Removal Procedure
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2003 Oldsmobile Bravada, 2003 GMC Envoy XL, 2003 GMC Envoy, and 2003 Chevrolet TrailBlazer. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Disable the SIR system. Refer to DISABLING & ACTIVATING AIR BAG SYSTEM in Air Bag Restraint Systems.
- Remove the upper and lower trim covers. Refer to STEERING COLUMN TRIM COVERS REPLACEMENT .
- Remove the wire harness strap.
- Remove the steering wheel theft deterrent lock. Refer to STEERING WHEEL THEFT DETERRENT LOCK REPLACEMENT .
- Rotate the key alarm connector (1) 90 degrees.
- Gently pull the key alarm connector (1) out of the ignition lock cylinder case assembly (2).
- Disconnect the connector from the ignition switch assembly.
- Remove the wires encased in the ignition switch clip, which is located on the side of the ignition switch.
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IMPORTANT: If the steering wheel has steering wheel controls, the SIR coil and the wire harness assembly must come off as one piece. Refer to SIR COIL ASSEMBLY in Air Bag Restraint Systems. - Disconnect all connectors attached to the wire harness assembly.