Removal Procedure

Remove the steering column shrouds. Refer to Steering Column Trim Covers Replacement - On Vehicle .
Install the J 23653-SIR to the steering shaft and compress the shaft lock shield.
Remove the lock shield retainer from the steering column shaft.
Remove the J 23653-SIR from the steering shaft.

Fig 1: Removing Lock Shield Retainer Using J 23653-SIR
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Remove the following parts from the steering shaft:
1. Shaft lock shield (4)
2. Turn signal cancel cam (3)
Rotate the steering column lock cylinder to the OFF-LOCK position.

Fig 2: Shaft Lock Shield & Turn signal Cancel Cam
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Insert a small screwdriver into the slot on the electronic lock module and push down on the park lock cable locking tab and remove park lock cable (1) from the electronic lock module, column shift only.

Fig 3: Park Lock Cable
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Disconnect the electric park lock (1) electrical connector (2), floorshift only.

Fig 4: Electric Park Lock & Electrical Connector
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Unsnap the electric park lock (2) off of the electronic lock module (1),floorshift only.

Fig 5: Electric Park Lock & Electronic Lock Module
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Rotate the key alarm switch connector (1) from the electronic lock module.
Disconnect the passlock electrical connector from the electronic lock module.

Fig 6: Key Alarm Switch Connector
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Disconnect the ignition switch (2) from the electronic lock module using the J 42759.
Remove the ignition switch (2) from the electronic lock module (2).
Let the ignition switch (2) hang freely.

Fig 7: Ignition Switch & J 42759
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Remove the electronic lock module (1) mounting screws (2).
Remove the electronic lock module (1) from the steering column housing.

Fig 8: Electronic Lock Module & Mounting Screws
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