How to remove steering column trim
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Instructor
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From: Claxton GA
How to remove steering column trim
I've got the steering wheel off but it looks like I need to remove the ignition to remove the plastic trim??? Would someone be so kind to tell me the steps get to the wiper switch? I have the dreaded 'no right turn' and 'no high beams' symptoms and I think I'll need to replace the wiper switch but I can't clearly see how to get to it and really don't want to remove the ignition or anything else if I don't have to. I plan on doing a write up of this to help others but I need help myself right now 
Here's where I'm at: (i know I'll need to unscrew the tilt lever at some point)
Here's where I'm at: (i know I'll need to unscrew the tilt lever at some point)
Melting Slicks
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From: Cherokee National Forest TN
You need a column lock plate tool like this http://compare.ebay.com/like/380659443107?var=lv<yp=AllFixedPriceItemTypes&var=sbar
It pushes the lock plate down so the snap ring can be removed/installed. Release the tool & remove the lock plate.
It pushes the lock plate down so the snap ring can be removed/installed. Release the tool & remove the lock plate.
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Instructor
Joined: Jul 2013
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From: Claxton GA
So I won't even need to remove the black trim around the column will I? I should be able to remove the lock plate, clock spring and turn signal switch and then I will be able to access the wiper switch?
Melting Slicks
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From: Cherokee National Forest TN
If you have not worked on tilt wheel columns before this will be a daunting task.
Found a "how to" for you.
http://www.justanswer.com/chevy/24pe...o-diagram.html
http://forums.corvetteforum.com/c4-t...s-of-pics.html
Found a "how to" for you.
http://www.justanswer.com/chevy/24pe...o-diagram.html
http://forums.corvetteforum.com/c4-t...s-of-pics.html
Last edited by Churchkey; Aug 18, 2013 at 10:15 PM. Reason: add link
Thread Starter
Instructor
Joined: Jul 2013
Posts: 131
Likes: 4
From: Claxton GA
If you have not worked on tilt wheel columns before this will be a daunting task.
Found a "how to" for you.
http://www.justanswer.com/chevy/24pe...o-diagram.html
http://forums.corvetteforum.com/c4-t...s-of-pics.html
Found a "how to" for you.
http://www.justanswer.com/chevy/24pe...o-diagram.html
http://forums.corvetteforum.com/c4-t...s-of-pics.html
