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Removal Procedure

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  1. Remove the instrument panel steering column opening filler. Refer to Steering Column Filler Replacement .
  2. Remove bolts from the Data Link Connector.
  3. Remove the hood release lever. Refer to HOOD LATCH RELEASE HANDLE REPLACEMENT .
  4. Remove SIR connector clip.
  5. Remove the bolts from the knee bolster bracket.
    Fig 1: Removing Bolts From Knee Bolster Bracket
    G01830864Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  6. Remove the instrument panel knee bolster bracket from the instrument panel.
    Fig 2: Removing Knee Bolster Bracket From IP
    G01830865Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.