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Removal Procedure

  1. Disconnect the battery negative cable.
  2. Disable the SIR system. Refer to DISABLING & ACTIVATING AIR BAG SYSTEM .
  3. Position the steering wheel half way between the upper and lower tilt stops.
  4. Remove the lower steering column trim cover. Refer to Steering Column Trim Covers Replacement - On Vehicle  .
  5. Remove the upper steering column trim cover (2) mounting screws (1).
    6. Fig 1: Identifying Upper Steering Column Trim Cover
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  6. Lift the upper steering column trim cover to gain access to the lock cylinder access hole.
  7. Using a bent tip awl, insert the tip into the ignition lock cylinder access hole.
    Fig 2: Identifying Ignition Lock Cylinder Access Hole
    G02501398Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  8. Turn the ignition lock cylinder to the START position.
  9. Using the bent tip awl, push down on the ignition lock cylinder retaining pin.
    10. Fig 3: Identifying Ignition Lock Cylinder Retaining Pin
    G02501399Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  10. Release the ignition lock cylinder to the RUN position.
  11. Remove the ignition lock cylinder from the lock module by pulling the ignition lock cylinder away from the steering column.
    12. Fig 4: Removing Ignition Lock Cylinder From Lock Module
    G02501400Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
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