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Removal Procedure

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CAUTION: Refer to SERVICING THE SIR SYSTEM CAUTION in Cautions and Notices.
  1. Disable the SIR system. Refer to ZONE 3 in SIR.
  2. Remove the inflatable restraint steering wheel module. Refer to REMOVAL & INSTALLATION (DRIVER-SIDE) in SIR.
  3. Remove the horn plunger from the steering column by pressing inward to the stop and rotating the horn plunger 90 degrees.
    Fig 1: Removing Horn Switch
    G01455134Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  4. Disconnect the captured screws (1,4) to the horn contact plate (2) from the steering wheel (3).
  5. Remove the horn switch (2) from the steering wheel (3).
    Fig 2: Disconnecting Captured Screws To Horn Contact Plate
    G01455135Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.