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Removal Procedure

  1. Disconnect the negative battery cable.
  2. Disable the SIR system. See AIR BAG RESTRAINT SYSTEMS article for 2001. For 2002, see AIR BAG RESTRAINT SYSTEMS article.
  3. With a flat-bladed tool remove the Instrument panel (IP) defroster grille.
  4. Remove the IP outer trim cover screws.
  5. Remove the outer trim covers from the IP carrier.
  6. Remove the screws for the HVAC control. Leave the harnesses connected to the HVAC control and position aside. For 2001, see A/C-HEATER CONTROL PANEL . For 2002, see HVAC CONTROL ASSEMBLY .
  7. Remove the radio screws.
  8. Disconnect the electrical connectors and coaxial cable from the radio.
  9. Remove the radio from the IP carrier.
  10. Remove the right IP trim panel screws.
  11. Remove the right IP trim panel from the IP carrier (3).
  12. Remove the IP trim pad.
  13. Remove the IP SIR module.
  14. Remove the air distribution ducts screws.
  15. Remove the air distribution duct.
  16. Remove the steering wheel. For 2001, see STEERING WHEEL . For 2002, see STEERING WHEEL REPLACEMENT .
  17. Remove the tilt lever. See TILT LEVER REPLACEMENT -- ON VEHICLE .
  18. Remove the washer lever. For 2001, see WIPER/WASHER SWITCH . For 2002, see WINDSHIELD WIPER & WASHER SWITCH REPLACEMENT -- ON VEHICLE .
  19. Remove the screws (4) from the IP carrier (3).
  20. Remove the IP carrier (3) from the lower tie bar (2).
  21. Remove the IP carrier (3) from the vehicle.
    Fig 1: Removing I/P Carrier From Lower Tie Bar (Pontiac)
    G01559273Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
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