Steering Column Opening Seal: Removal

NOTE: Removal steps in this procedure may contain installation details.

Remove the steering column upper shaft. Refer to: Steering Column Upper Shaft .
Remove the cowl panel. Refer to: Cowl Panel .
NOTE: Note the position of the components before removal.
Push the cone into the rubber boot.

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Move the rubber boot aside to gain access to the steering column opening seal retainers.

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NOTE: Use a 1/4 inch drive wobble extension.

Remove the steering column opening seal retainers.

Torque: 106 lb.in (12 Nm)

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1. Remove the rubber boot.
2. Remove the steering column opening seal.

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