Removal Procedure
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2004 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.
- 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.
IMPORTANT:
The following step must be performed to assure proper trim fits during installation.