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Removal Procedure

IMPORTANT: The passlock sensor is part of the ignition module.
  1. Disable the SIR system. Refer to Disabling the SIR System in SIR
    2. Fig 1: Removing & Installing Ignition Lock Cylinder Bezel
    GM862575Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  2. Remove the lock cylinder bezel from the steering column shroud by carefully prying with a thin bladed screwdriver.
    3. Fig 2: Removing & Installing Steering Column Trim Covers
    GM870643Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  3. Remove the steering column upper shroud panel.
  4. Insert the key into the ignition lock cylinder and rotate it to the START position. Then, rotate the cylinder back to the RUN position.
    5. Fig 3: Locating Ignition Module Lock Button
    GM892474Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  5. Depress the locking button on the top of the ignition module assembly with a thin pic-type tool. Slide the lock cylinder assembly from the ignition module.
    6. Fig 4: Removing & Installing Steering Column Trim Covers
    GM870643Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  6. Remove the shroud fasteners and remove the steering column lower shroud panel.
    7. Fig 5: Removing & Installing Ignition Switch
    GM881945Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  7. Disconnect the ignition switch connector and remove the ignition switch from the ignition module.
    8. Fig 6: Identifying Solenoid electrical Connector And Screws
    GM891587Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  8. Remove the park lock solenoid.
    9. Fig 7: Removing & Installing Multi-Function Levers
    GM891750Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  9. Remove the turn signal/headlamp lever, the windshield washer lever, and the passlock sensor connector.
    10. Fig 8: Locating Lock Cylinder Housing Assembly Shear Bolts
    GM891598Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  10. Remove the ignition module shear bolts.
    11. Fig 9: View Of Chiseling Into Shear Bolt
    GM854925Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  11. Use a light hammer and a chisel to bite into the shear bolt head at a position offset from its center.
  12. Tap the chisel to rotate the bolt and loosen it.
  13. Repeat until the bolt is loose enough to remove.
    14. Fig 10: Removing & Installing Ignition Lock Cylinder Case Housing
    GM891608Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  14. Remove the ignition module assembly from the steering column.
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