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Removal Procedure

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  1. Disconnect the battery negative cable. Refer to BATTERY NEGATIVE CABLE DISCONNECT/CONNECT PROCEDURE  in Engine Electrical.
    CAUTION: Refer to SIR CAUTION In Cautions and Notices.
  2. Disable the SIR system. Refer to DISABLING & ACTIVATING AIR BAG SYSTEM in Air Bag Restraint Systems.
  3. Remove the steering column trim covers. Refer to STEERING COLUMN TRIM COVERS REPLACEMENT   . 
    Fig 1: Inserting An Awl Tip Into Ignition Lock Cylinder Access Hole
    G01597188Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  4. Turn the ignition lock cylinder to the start position.
  5. Insert the tip of an awl into the access hole (1) of the ignition lock cylinder.
  6. Push down and hold the retaining pin of the ignition lock cylinder.
  7. Release the ignition lock cylinder to the run position.
  8. Remove the ignition lock cylinder by pulling the cylinder away from the steering column.
    Fig 2: Removing Ignition Lock Cylinder From Steering Column
    G01597189Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
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