Removal Procedure

Important:  If the steering column connectors are disconnected with the ignition in the ON position, the BCM will enter a fail enable mode and prevent steering column lock operation. The PCM will also inhibit vehicle motion by disabling fuel. To clear the BCM fail enable mode, disconnect the BCM fuse #25 for 15 seconds.

1. Remove the upper and lower steering column trim covers. Refer to Steering Column Trim Covers Replacement - On Vehicle (Non-Telescoping)  or Steering Column Trim Covers Replacement - On Vehicle (Telescoping)  .
2. Remove the wire harness straps (2) from the steering column tilt head assembly (1) and the column.
3. Install J 42640  to the steering column.
4. Remove the steering column tilt head assembly. Refer to Steering Column Tilt Head Housing - Disassemble - Off Vehicle (Telescoping)  or Steering Column Tilt Head Housing - Disassemble - Off Vehicle (Non- Telescoping)  .
5. Remove the electronic column lock module. Refer to Electronic Column Lock Module - Disassemble - Off Vehicle (Telescoping Column)  or Electronic Column Lock Module - Disassemble - Off Vehicle (Non - Telescoping Column)  .
   Fig 1: Removing Steering Column Wiring Harness Straps

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