Express 3500 V8-4.8L (2007)
Tilt Spring Replacement
Tilt Spring Replacement
Removal Procedure
Caution: Refer to SIR Caution .
1. Disable the SIR system. Refer to SIR Disabling and Enabling .
2. Remove the upper and lower trim covers.
3. Install the tilt lever onto the steering column tilt head assembly.
4. Use the tilt lever to tilt the column to the UP position.
Caution: The tilt spring and the spring guide are under pressure. The tilt spring and the spring guide may become a projectile. Secure the
spring with locking pliers during removal. Secure the spring with locking pliers during installation. Bodily injury may result during
removal and installation of the tilt spring and the spring guide. Always use caution during removal and installation of the tilt spring and
the spring guide.
5. Remove the tilt spring (1) from the steering column support assembly (2) and from the steering column tilt head assembly (3) by using the
following procedure:
1. Pry up the tilt spring (1) until a bulge occurs and most of the tilt spring tension is removed.
2. Secure the tilt spring (1) with locking pliers.
3. Continue prying up the tilt spring (1) until the tilt spring disengages from the post on the steering column support assembly (2) and from the
steering column tilt head assembly (3).
