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Removal Procedure

CAUTION: Refer to Battery Disconnect Caution .
IMPORTANT: When replacing the control unit, before removing the control unit, carry out a "Reset" using Tech 2. For reprogramming procedures, refer to Control Module References .
  1. Disconnect the battery.
  2. Remove the steering wheel. Refer to Steering Wheel Replacement .
    3. Fig 1: Identifying Lower Steering Column Paneling Bolts And Ignition Lock Panel
    GM1936910Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  3. Remove the lower steering column panel.
    • Remove the 5 bolts (arrows).
    • Remove the ignition lock panel (1).
    4. Fig 2: Identifying Column Integration Module (CIM) Bolts, Wiring Harness Holder (Arrow) And Plug
    GM1941058Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  4. Remove the column integration module (CIM).
    • Remove the 3 bolts (1).
    • Disconnect the wiring harness holder (arrow).
    • Release the wiring harness plug (2) and disconnect.
    5. Fig 3: View Of Theft Deterrent Module Clips
    GM1941060Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  5. Remove the theft deterrent module.
    • Release the 2 clips (1, 2).
    • Remove the module.
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