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Removal Procedure

CAUTION: Refer to SIR CAUTION in Cautions and Notices.
  1. Disable the inflatable restraint steering wheel module. Refer to SIR Disabling and Enabling ZONE 3 in SIR.
  2. Remove the upper and lower trim covers. Refer to STEERING COLUMN TRIM COVERS REPLACEMENT .
  3. Remove the wire harness strap.
    Fig 1: Wire Harness Strap
    G02085625Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  4. Remove the theft deterrent control module. Refer to THEFT DETERRENT CONTROL MODULE REPLACEMENT in Theft Deterrent.
  5. Rotate the key alarm connector (1) 90 degrees.
  6. Gently pull the key alarm connector (1) out of the ignition lock cylinder case assembly (2).
  7. Disconnect the connector from the ignition switch assembly.
  8. Remove the wires encased in the ignition switch clip located on the side of the ignition switch).
    Fig 2: Ignition Switch Assembly Connectors
    G02085626Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  9. Disconnect all connectors attached to the wire harness assembly.
    Fig 3: Wire Harness Assembly Connectors
    G02085627Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.