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Steering Column Removal and Installation: Removal

  1. Record the radio station presets, and disconnect the battery.
  2. Remove the driver's airbag, steering wheel, and cable reel (see AIR BAG RESTRAINTS SYSTEMS article ).
  3. Set the column shaft (A) in the neutral position by pulling up the steering column to uppermost position, then lower it 8 mm (0.31 in.). Tighten the tilt lever (B).
    Fig 1: Setting Column Shaft In Neutral Position
    G01505755Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.
  4. Remove the column covers (A).
    Fig 2: Removing Column Covers
    G01505756Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.
  5. Move the shift lever (B) to the N position, and remove the shift cable from the column, and set it aside.
  6. Remove the combination switch assembly (C) from the steering column shaft by disconnecting the connectors and removing the screws.
  7. Disconnect the ignition switch connectors and disconnect the harness clips.
  8. Remove the steering joint cover (D).
  9. Disconnect the steering joint (E), and remove it from the column shaft.
  10. Remove the steering column (F) by removing the attaching nuts and bolts.
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