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Removal Procedure

    CAUTION: Refer to SIR Caution .
  1. Disable the SIR system. Refer to SIR Disabling and Enabling .
  2. Remove the steering column from the vehicle. Refer to Steering Column Replacement .
  3. Remove the turn signal cancel cam. Refer to Turn Signal Cancel Cam and Steering Shaft Upper Bearing Spring Replacement .
  4. Remove the windshield wiper wash and switch assembly. Refer to Windshield Wiper and Washer Switch Replacement .
  5. Remove the multifunction switch assembly. Refer to Turn Signal Multifunction Switch Replacement .
  6. Fig 1: Steering Column Electronic Lock Harness
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    NOTE: Avoid damaging the steering column electronic lock harness by gently removing the plugs installed in the I/P beam. Do NOT twist, pull, bend, cut, or incorrectly route the harness. Damage to the harness will require replacement of the entire electronic lock.
  7. Remove the wire harness straps from the wire harness.
  8. Remove the electronic lock module lead from the wire harness assembly.
  9. Remove the electronic lock module from the steering column.