GM Service Manual Online
For 1990-2009 cars only
Makes 🢒 Buick 🢒 2003 🢒 Park Avenue 🢒 Steering 🢒 Steering Wheel and Column 🢒 Steering Wheel Control Switch Assembly Replacement

Removal Procedure

    Caution: Refer to SIR Caution in the Preface section.

  1. Disable the SIR System. Refer to SIR Disabling and Enabling in SIR.

    2. Object Number: 691015 Size: SH
  2. Remove the steering wheel. Refer to Steering Wheel Replacement .
  3. Remove the retaining screws (2,3) from the steering wheel rear bezel.
  4. Remove the steering wheel rear bezel (1).

    5. Object Number: 691024 Size: SH
  5. Disconnect the electrical connector.
  6. Insert a small, blunt-ended tool into the access hole in the back of the steering wheel. Push the switch out of the steering wheel.

Installation procedure

    Object Number: 691024 Size: SH
  1. Connect the electrical connector.
  2. Align the switch to the opening in the steering wheel.
  3. Push the switch into the steering wheel.

    4. Object Number: 691015 Size: SH
  4. Install the steering wheel rear bezel  (1).

    5. Notice: Use the correct fastener in the correct location. Replacement fasteners must be the correct part number for that application. Fasteners requiring replacement or fasteners requiring the use of thread locking compound or sealant are identified in the service procedure. Do not use paints, lubricants, or corrosion inhibitors on fasteners or fastener joint surfaces unless specified. These coatings affect fastener torque and joint clamping force and may damage the fastener. Use the correct tightening sequence and specifications when installing fasteners in order to avoid damage to parts and systems.

  5. Install the retaining screws (2,3) to the steering wheel rear bezel.

    6. Tighten
    Tighten the screws to 3 N·m (27 lb in).

  6. Install the steering wheel. Refer to Steering Wheel Replacement .
  7. Enable the SIR System. Refer to SIR Disabling and Enabling in SIR.