Removal Procedure
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2003 Chevrolet Corvette. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Remove the console. Refer to CONSOLE REPLACEMENT .
- Remove the IP accessory trim plate. Refer to TRIM PLATE REPLACEMENT - INSTRUMENT PANEL (I/P) ACCESSORY .
- Remove the driver knee bolster trim panel. Refer to TRIM PANEL REPLACEMENT - KNEE BOLSTER .
- Remove the IP upper trim pad. Refer to TRIM PAD REPLACEMENT - INSTRUMENT PANEL (I/P) UPPER .
- Remove the ignition switch lock cylinder. Refer to IGNITION SWITCH LOCK CYLINDER REPLACEMENT .
- Remove the bolts retaining the ignition switch to the ignition switch housing bracket.
- Reposition the ignition switch.
- Remove the inside air temperature sensor aspirator duct, if equipped.
- Depress the duct retaining tab and remove the duct from the ignition switch housing bracket.
- Use a twisting motion to release the duct from the duct muffler.
IMPORTANT: The following step must be performed to assure proper trim fits during installation.
- Mark the location of the ignition switch housing bracket. Refer to INSTRUMENT PANEL (I/P) DISASSEMBLY PRECAUTIONS .
- Remove the bolt retaining the ignition switch housing bracket to the steering column bracket.
- Remove the bolts retaining the ignition switch housing bracket to the IP center support bracket.
- Remove the ignition switch housing bracket.