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Removal Procedure

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  1. Open the I/P passenger compartment door.
  2. Remove the screws retaining the passenger compartment door handle.
  3. Remove the door handle.
    Fig 1: Removing Instrument Panel Compartment Door Handle
    G01453889Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  4. Insert the key into the door handle lock cylinder.
  5. Turn the key 1/4 turn clockwise (LOCK position).
  6. Release the lock cylinder retainer.

    Insert a small diameter tool into the slot on the RH side of the door handle and depress and hold the lock cylinder retainer.

    Fig 2: Inserting Key Into Door Handle Lock Cylinder
    G01453890Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  7. Turn the key an additional 1/4 turn clockwise.
  8. Pull to remove the lock cylinder.
    Fig 3: Removing Lock Cylinder
    G01453891Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.