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Removal Procedure

CAUTION: Refer to SIR CAUTION .
  1. Disable the SIR System. Refer to DISABLING & ACTIVATING AIR BAG SYSTEM in SIR.

    Important:  It is not necessary to remove the steering wheel to access the lower trim cover screws. The screws can be easily accessed by rotating the steering wheel.

  2. Remove the following components from the steering column:
    • The lower trim cover screw
    • The 2 lower trim cover screws that are located beneath the steering wheel (3).
  3. Remove the steering column lower trim cover (6).
  4. Remove the steering column upper trim cover (7).
    Fig 1: Removing Wiper Washer Switch Components From Steering Column
    G01433876Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  5. Disconnect the wiper/washer switch electrical connector.
  6. Remove the wiper/washer switch (2) from the steering column, by depressing the tab (1).
    Fig 2: Removing Wiper/Washer Switch From Steering Column
    G01433877Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
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