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Removal Procedure

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CAUTION: Refer to BATTERY DISCONNECT CAUTION in Cautions and Notices.
CAUTION: Refer to SIR Caution in Cautions and Notices.
  1. Disconnect the negative battery cable.
  2. Disable the supplemental inflatable restraint system. Refer to SIR Disabling and Enabling Zone 3 in SIR.
  3. Remove the steering column trim covers. Refer to Steering Column Trim Covers Replacement .
  4. Drill out the locking button (2) on the rear of the housing assembly (1) using an angle drill.
    Fig 1: Identifying Ignition Lock Cylinder Housing Assembly Locking Button
    GM491355Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  5. Remove the ignition lock cylinder (1) by pulling outward from the steering column.
    Fig 2: View Of Ignition Lock Cylinder
    GM564005Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  6. Disconnect the electrical connector (2) from the ignition lock cylinder (1).
  7. Remove the metal shavings from the steering column and ignition lock housing assembly.
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