Malibu V6-3.1L VIN J (2002)
Steering Shaft: Service and Repair
Steering Column Replacement
Removal Procedure
1. Disable the Supplemental Inflatable Restraint (SIR) system.
2. Remove the steering wheel.
3. Remove the trim covers.
4. Disconnect the electrical connectors (3) from the multifunction switch (1).
5. Remove the electrical harness from the steering column.
6. Remove the SIR coil.
7. Remove the driver's insulator panel.
8. Remove the upper pinch bolt (3) from the intermediate shaft (4).
9. Remove the steering column lower mounting bolts (3).
10. Remove the steering column upper mounting bolts (1).
Notice: Once the steering column is removed from the vehicle, the column is extremely susceptible to damage. Dropping the column assembly on the