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Removal Procedure

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    CAUTION: Refer to SIR INFLATOR MODULE HANDLING & STORAGE CAUTION in Cautions and Notices.
    CAUTION: A deployed dual stage inflator module will look the same whether one or both stages were used, always assume a deployed dual stage inflator module has an active stage 2. Improper handling or servicing can activate the inflator module and cause personal injury.
    CAUTION: Refer to SIR CAUTION in Cautions and Notices.
  1. Disable the frontal SIR system. Refer to DISABLING & ACTIVATING AIR BAG SYSTEM in SIR.
  2. Remove the windshield garnish moldings. Refer to Windshield Upper Garnish Molding Replacement .
    3. Fig 1: View Of Knee Bolster (Filler Panel) & Screws
    GM939650Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  3. Remove the screws from the steering column filler panel.
  4. Pull to remove the filler panel.
    5. Fig 2: Front Door Jamb Switch
    GM987577Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  5. Pull to remove the left I/P outer trim cover.
    6. Fig 3: Disconnecting Doorjamb Switch Electrical Connector
    GM987568Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  6. Disconnect the doorjamb switch electrical connector.
  7. Remove the right I/P outer trim cover. Refer to Instrument Panel (I/P) Outer Trim Cover Replacement - Right .
    8. Fig 4: Removing Shift Level Bezel From Console
    GM939672Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  8. Beginning at the rearward edge, pull to remove the shift lever bezel from the console.
    9. Fig 5: Disconnecting Bezel Electrical Connector
    GM939700Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  9. Disconnect the bezel electrical connectors.
    10. Fig 6: Center Storage Compartment Screws
    GM933646Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  10. Remove the center storage compartment screws.
  11. Remove the storage compartment.
  12. Remove the center trim bezel. Refer to Trim Bezel Replacement - Center .
    13. Fig 7: Removing Screws From Steering Column Shroud
    GM937241Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  13. Using a small, flat-bladed tool, pry off the ignition bezel.
  14. Remove the screws from the steering column shroud.
  15. Remove the upper shroud.
  16. Remove the lower shroud.
    17. Fig 8: Cluster Trim Panel Screws
    GM937097Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  17. Remove the I/P cluster trim panel screw.
  18. Pull to remove the cluster trim.
    19. Fig 9: Outlet Bezel
    GM933607Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  19. Remove the screw from the right air outlet.
  20. If equipped, remove the ambient light sensor. Refer to Ambient Light Sensor Replacement .
    21. Fig 10: I/P Upper Trim Panel
    GM937278Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  21. Using a small, flat-bladed tool, pry off the trim panel bolt covers.
  22. Remove the bolts from the I/P upper trim panel.
  23. Remove the screws from the I/P upper trim panel.
  24. Remove the I/P upper trim panel from the vehicle.
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