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.
- 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) . .
- Remove the wire harness straps (2) from the steering column tilt head assembly (1) and the column.
- Install J 42640 to the steering column.
- 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) .
- Remove the electronic column lock module. Refer toElectronic Column Lock Module - Disassemble - Off Vehicle (Telescoping Column) or Electronic Column Lock Module - Disassemble - Off Vehicle (Non - Telescoping Column) .