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Removal Procedure

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CAUTION: Refer to SIR CAUTION in Cautions and Notices.
  1. Disable the inflatable restraint steering wheel module. Refer to ZONE 3 or ZONE 3 in Air Bag System Restraints.
  2. Remove the upper and lower trim covers. Refer to STEERING COLUMN TRIM COVERS REPLACEMENT in Steering Wheel and Column.
  3. Remove the lock cylinder. Refer to IGNITION LOCK CYLINDER REPLACEMENT in Steering Wheel and Column.
  4. Disconnect the connector from the theft deterrent control module.
    Fig 1: Disconnecting Connector From Theft Deterrent Control Module
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  5. If necessary, disconnect the connector from the ignition lock cylinder case (1).
  6. Remove the theft deterrent control module (2) from ignition lock cylinder case assembly (1).