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Old Sep 15, 2011 | 09:01 PM
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Removing steering column shroud

I have a 1985 f150 2wd auto with tilt wheel and i can not figure out how to remove the column shroud on the steering wheel. Can anyone help?
 
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Old Sep 15, 2011 | 10:52 PM
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Just did it a week ago.,,

I had the instrument bezel off (the one with the two a/c vents) when I did mine.

There is a phillips screw on the bottom that comes out and then you have to spread it apart at the seam which runs all along the bottom. It helps to do this on a warm day, not when its cold. This way the plastic is pliable.

Hope this helps, I'm sure others will chime in with more details.
 
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Old Sep 16, 2011 | 09:16 AM
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Yup, rlester's right. Did just what he said when I took the whole column out for new bearings.
 
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Old Sep 16, 2011 | 10:37 AM
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Thank you all! Ill try my luck when i get off work
 
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Old Sep 16, 2011 | 07:28 PM
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Ok got the shroud off and i replaced to ignition switch because i couldnt get the truck to start by turning the key. i had to get under the hood and jump the Solenoid to start it. After replacing the switch it still wont start. What now???
 
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Old Sep 16, 2011 | 09:34 PM
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The solenoid itself could be faulty.
 
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Old Sep 18, 2011 | 07:41 PM
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Already replaced it. Im thinking its wiring. Done checked the fuses
 
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