Steering Column Removal

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Mar 30, 2018 | 01:25 PM

Jim71Vette

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From: GA

Steering Column Removal

Hi,

How do I get this lever to move down? I need to remove the bolt behind to remove the mounting plate.
The steering wheel is removed and the column is ready to come out.

Thanks,

Mar 30, 2018 | 01:50 PM

Alan 71

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From: Westminster Maryland

Hi Jim,
I believe the key needs to be in the ignition switch and turned to 'on' in order to move the lever down.
Regards,
Alan

Last edited by Alan 71; Mar 30, 2018 at 01:52 PM.

Mar 30, 2018 | 02:27 PM

henrikse

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could be seized too. Mine was tough but it moved with some force

Mar 30, 2018 | 06:22 PM

Jim71Vette

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From: GA

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Originally Posted by Alan 71

Hi Jim,
I believe the key needs to be in the ignition switch and turned to 'on' in order to move the lever down.
Regards,
Alan

Thanks Alan, I got it through the firewall...but now another minor problem.

How are these plugs "unlocked" so I can really be done with this project?

Mar 30, 2018 | 06:37 PM

AllC34Me

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St. Jude Donor '10

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Originally Posted by Jim71Vette

Thanks Alan, I got it through the firewall...but now another minor problem.

How are these plugs "unlocked" so I can really be done with this project?

You only have two options.
1) Unplug them.
2) Cut the wires.
I would suggest you go with option 1, easier to put it back together later, don't ask me how I know.

All kidding aside, the plugs are tricky but you can get them out.
You got the hard part done getting to this point, from here on out you will be in good shape.
Good luck with your project.
David