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For 1990-2009 cars only
Makes 🢒 Chevrolet 🢒 2002 🢒 Astro - 2WD 🢒 Steering 🢒 Steering Wheel and Column 🢒 Steering Column Trim Covers Replacement - On Vehicle

Removal Procedure

    Caution: This vehicle is equipped with a Supplemental Inflatable Restraint (SIR) System. Failure to follow the correct procedure could cause the following conditions:

       • Air bag deployment
       • Personal injury
       • Unnecessary SIR system repairs
    In order to avoid the above conditions, observe the following guidelines:
       • Refer to SIR Component Views in order to determine if you are performing service on or near the SIR components or the SIR wiring.
       • If you are performing service on or near the SIR components or the SIR wiring, disable the SIR system. Refer to Disabling the SIR System.

  1. Disable the SIR system. Refer to Disabling the SIR System in SIR.
  2. Remove the steering wheel. Refer to Steering Wheel Replacement .
  3. Remove the tilt lever. Refer to Tilt Lever Replacement - On Vehicle .

    4. Object Number: 415298 Size: SH
  4. Remove the lower steering column trim cover mounting screws (1).

    5. Object Number: 328807 Size: SH
  5. Remove the lower steering column trim cover from the upper steering column trim cover.
    6. 5.1. Tilt the lower steering column trim cover down.
    5.2. Slide the lower steering column trim cover backward in order to disengage the locking tabs.

    Object Number: 368494 Size: SH
  6. Remove the trim cover protector (1) from the lower steering column trim cover (2).

    7. Object Number: 415299 Size: SH
  7. Remove the upper steering column trim cover mounting screws (1).
  8. Remove the ignition lock cylinder. Refer to Ignition Lock Cylinder Replacement - On Vehicle .
  9. Remove the upper steering column trim cover (2) from the steering column.

Installation Procedure

    Object Number: 415299 Size: SH
  1. Install the upper steering column trim cover (2) onto the steering column.
  2. Install the ignition lock cylinder. Refer to Ignition Lock Cylinder Replacement - On Vehicle .

    3. Notice: Use the correct fastener in the correct location. Replacement fasteners must be the correct part number for that application. Fasteners requiring replacement or fasteners requiring the use of thread locking compound or sealant are identified in the service procedure. Do not use paints, lubricants, or corrosion inhibitors on fasteners or fastener joint surfaces unless specified. These coatings affect fastener torque and joint clamping force and may damage the fastener. Use the correct tightening sequence and specifications when installing fasteners in order to avoid damage to parts and systems.

  3. Install the upper steering column trim cover mounting screws (1).

    4. Tighten
    Tighten the upper steering column trim cover mounting screws (1) to 1.5 N·m (13 lb in).


    Object Number: 368494 Size: SH
  4. Install the trim cover protector (1) onto the lower steering column trim cover (2).

    5. Object Number: 328807 Size: SH

    Important: The shift lever seal must be seated in the covers.

  5. Install the lower steering column trim cover to the upper steering column trim cover.
    6. 5.1. Match the tab slots on the lower steering column trim cover with the locking tabs on the upper steering column trim cover.
    5.2. Tilt the lower steering column trim cover up.
    5.3. Slide the lower steering column trim cover forward until the locking tabs snap into the tab slots.

    Object Number: 415298 Size: SH
  6. Install the lower steering column trim cover mounting screws (1).

    7. Tighten
    Tighten the lower steering column trim cover mounting screws (1) to 3.5 N·m (31 lb in).

  7. Install the tilt lever. Refer to Tilt Lever Replacement - On Vehicle .
  8. Install the steering wheel. Refer to Steering Wheel Replacement .
  9. Enable the SIR system. Refer to Enabling the SIR System in SIR.