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Removal Procedure

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  1. Remove the console. Refer to CONSOLE REPLACEMENT .
  2. Remove the IP accessory trim plate. Refer to TRIM PLATE REPLACEMENT - INSTRUMENT PANEL (I/P) ACCESSORY .
  3. Remove the driver knee bolster trim panel. Refer to TRIM PANEL REPLACEMENT - KNEE BOLSTER .
  4. Release the ignition switch and hazard warning switch wiring harness retainers from the driver knee bolster bracket.
    Fig 1: Removing Driver Side Knee Bolster Bracket
    G01453906Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
    IMPORTANT: The following step must be performed to assure proper trim fits during installation.
  5. Mark the location of the driver knee bolster bracket. Refer to INSTRUMENT PANEL (I/P) DISASSEMBLY PRECAUTIONS .
  6. Remove the screws retaining the driver knee bolster bracket to the steering column bracket.
  7. Remove the driver knee bolster bracket.