For 1990-2009 cars

1. Remove the upper and lower trim covers. Refer to Steering Column Trim Covers - Disassemble - Off Vehicle .
2. Use the tilt lever to tilt the column in the UP position.
3. Remove the tilt spring (1).

3.1. | Pry the tilt spring up until a bulge occurs and most of the tilt spring tension is removed.

3.2. | Secure the tilt spring with locking pliers and continue prying until the tilt spring disengages from the post of the steering column support assembly (3).

4. Remove the spring guide (1) from the tilt spring (2).