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Old 05-25-2023, 01:21 PM
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Steering column removal
So I'm removing and replacing my steering column the one hard cable that goes into the steering column I can't seem to get out and don't want to break anything I pryed


on the end of it and remove the retaining clip but the end of that line is still in the fitting does anybody no how to get it off I just don't want to force it and break it
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That retaining clip is out but will not come out of its home anyone with advise?
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A brief search of the site for "steering lock cable" turned up this.

Is it anything like this one?

https://www.thirdgen.org/forums/tech...ock-cable.html
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A brief search of the site for "steering lock cable" turned up this.

Is it anything like this one?

https://www.thirdgen.org/forums/tech...ock-cable.html
that's it, 100%,
thanks I had to give up for the night. This part has me stumped. Lifesaver!
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People on here can be AMAZING. The community of knowledge.
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People on here can be AMAZING. The community of knowledge.
Your not kidding, I've been on here for 20+ years with a break for around 10 in-between. Some help given is found nowhere else. Appreciated
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