2 During this test, the steering wheel, steering column, seat and all padding may be removed. The shifter or shift mechanism may not be removed unless it is integral with the steering wheel and is removed with the steering wheel. The firewall may not be moved or removed.
NOTE: As a practical matter, for the checks, the steering column will not be removed. The technical inspectors will maneuver the template around the steering column shaft, but not the steering column supports.