Safety Warning
DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
General Motors
Disconnect battery cable. Disconnect flexible coupling. Disconnect all shift linkage from shift tube lever at lower end of steering column. Remove screws securing toe pan cover to floor and remove cover. Remove trim cap from lower instrument panel, if so equipped. If equipped with automatic transmission remove shift indicator link.
- 2) Disconnect neutral start and back-uplight switch wiring, and turn signal switch wiring at connector. Lower steering column until ignition switch wiring can be disconnected. If car is equipped with automatic parking brake release, disconnect vacuum hose. Remove steering column brackets, record number and exact location of shims used. Remove steering column.
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.