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Removal Procedure

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CAUTION: Refer to BATTERY DISCONNECT CAUTION .
  1. Disconnect the battery negative cable. Refer to BATTERY NEGATIVE CABLE DISCONNECT/CONNECT PROCEDURE .
    CAUTION: Refer to SIR CAUTION .
  2. Disable the SIR system. Refer to DISABLING & ACTIVATING AIR BAG SYSTEM .
  3. Remove the steering column trim covers. Refer to Steering Column Trim Covers Replacement  .
  4. Turn the ignition lock cylinder to the start position.
  5. Fig 1: Locating Access Hole Of Ignition Lock Cylinder
    G01490129Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  6. Insert the tip of an awl into the access hole (1) of the ignition lock cylinder.
  7. Push down and hold the retaining pin of the ignition lock cylinder.
  8. Release the ignition lock cylinder to the run position.
  9. Remove the ignition lock cylinder by pulling the cylinder away from the steering column.
    Fig 2: Removing Ignition Lock Cylinder From Steering Column
    G01490130Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.