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Removal Procedure


    Object Number: 324869  Size: SH

    Caution: This vehicle is equipped with a Supplemental Inflatable Restraint (SIR) System. Failure to follow the correct procedure could cause the following conditions:

       • Air bag deployment
       • Personal injury
       • Unnecessary SIR system repairs
    In order to avoid the above conditions, observe the following guidelines:
       • Refer to SIR Component Views in order to determine if you are performing service on or near the SIR components or the SIR wiring.
       • If you are performing service on or near the SIR components or the SIR wiring, disable the SIR system. Refer to Disabling the SIR System.

  1. Disable the inflatable restraint steering wheel module. Refer to Disabling the SIR System in SIR.
  2. Remove the upper and lower trim covers. Refer to Steering Column Trim Covers Replacement .
  3. Remove the lock cylinder. Refer to Ignition Lock Cylinder Replacement .
  4. Disconnect the connector from the theft deterrent control module.
  5. If necessary, disconnect the connector from the ignition lock cylinder case (1).
  6. Remove the theft deterrent control module (2) from ignition lock cylinder case assembly (1).

Installation Procedure


    Object Number: 324869  Size: SH
  1. Install the theft deterrent control module (2) onto the ignition lock cylinder case assembly (1).
  2. Caution: Improper routing of the wire harness assembly may damage the inflatable restraint steering wheel module coil. This may result in a malfunction of the coil, which may cause personal injury.

  3. Connect the connector to the theft deterrent control module.
  4. If necessary, connect the connector to the ignition lock cylinder case.
  5. Install the lock cylinder. Refer to Ignition Lock Cylinder Replacement .
  6. Install the upper and lower trim covers. Refer to Steering Column Trim Covers Replacement .
  7. Enable the inflatable restraint steering wheel module. Refer to Enabling the SIR System in SIR.