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Removal Procedure

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    Fig 1: Locating Ignition Lock Cylinder Release Access Hole
    GM375970Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
    CAUTION: Refer to BATTERY DISCONNECT CAUTION .
  1. Disconnect the battery negative cable. Refer to Battery Negative Cable Disconnection and Connection (L26) or Battery Negative Cable Disconnection and Connection (LY7) or Battery Negative Cable Disconnection and Connection (LS4) .
    2. CAUTION: Refer to SIR Caution .
  2. Disable the SIR system. Refer to SIR Disabling and Enabling .
  3. Turn the ignition lock cylinder to the start position.
    4. IMPORTANT: In order to remove the upper trim cover and lock cylinder you will need to release the lock cylinder retaining pin in the access hole of the ignition lock cylinder case.
  4. Remove the steering column trim covers. Refer to Steering Column Trim Covers Replacement .

    Gently lift the upper trim cover so you may insert the tip of an awl into the access hole (1) of the ignition lock cylinder case.

  5. Push down and hold the retaining pin of the ignition lock cylinder.
  6. Release the ignition lock cylinder to the run position.
    7. Fig 2: View of Ignition Lock Cylinder, Ignition Lock Cylinder Case Assembly, and Steering Column
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  7. Remove the ignition lock cylinder by pulling the cylinder away from the steering column.
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