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Removal Procedure

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  1. Disable the SIR System. Refer to SIR Disabling and Enabling .
  2. Remove the instrument panel retainer. Refer to Instrument Panel Retainer Replacement .
  3. Lower the steering column and position out of the way. Refer to Steering Column Replacement .
    4. Fig 1: View Of HVAC Module & Fasteners
    GM1736282Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  4. Remove the nuts securing the HVAC module to the body.
    5. Fig 2: Identifying Clutch Pedal Mounting Bolt & Nut
    GM1736284Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  5. If the vehicle is equipped with a manual transmission, remove the nut (1) securing the clutch pedal to the tie bar.
  6. Push the bolt (2) inward just enough to clear the tie bar bracket. DO NOT remove the bolt completely.
    7. Fig 3: Identifying Clutch Pedal Bracket & Tie Bar Assembly
    GM1736290Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  7. Remove the nuts (2) securing the tie bar assembly to the body.
  8. Remove the nuts (1) securing the tie bar assembly to the brake pedal bracket.
    9. Fig 4: View Of Tie Bar Assembly & Mounting Nuts
    GM1736292Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  9. Remove the nuts securing the tie bar assembly to the HVAC module.
    10. Fig 5: Body Assembly Bolts
    GM1736295Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  10. Remove the bolts securing the tie bar assembly to the body.
  11. Note the routing of the instrument panel wiring harness prior to removing the tie bar assembly to ensure proper reinstallation.
  12. Lift upward on the tie bar assembly enough that the studs clear the HVAC module assembly.
  13. With the aid of an assistant, remove the tie bar from the vehicle.
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