Theft Deterrent Module Replacement for Pontiac G8 2009

1. Disconnect the battery ground cable. Refer to Battery Negative Cable Disconnection and Connection.

Warning: Refer to SIR Warning in the Preface section.

2. Disable the SIR system. Refer to SIR Disabling and Enabling.
3. Remove the steering column trim covers. Refer to Steering Column Trim Covers Replacement.



4. Disconnect the theft deterrent module (TDM) electrical connector (4).

Note: Rotate the ignition lock cylinder lamp socket counter-clockwise to disengage the locking tangs and pull to detach the ignition lock cylinder lamp socket (2) from the TDM.

5. Detach the ignition lock cylinder lamp socket (2) from the TDM (1).
6. Remove the TDM to steering column assembly retaining screw (3).



7. Remove the TDM (1) from the steering column assembly (2).

Note: Make sure the locating pin on the steering column assembly (2) is aligned with the TDM (1).

1. Install the TDM (1) to the steering column assembly (2).

Caution: Refer to Fastener Caution in the Preface section.




2. Install the TDM to steering column assembly retaining screw (3) and tighten to 1 N·m (9 lb in).

Note: Rotate the ignition lock cylinder lamp socket counter-clockwise to disengage the locking tangs and pull to detach the ignition lock cylinder lamp socket (2) from the TDM.

3. Detach the ignition lock cylinder lamp socket (2) from the TDM (1).
4. Connect the theft deterrent module (TDM) electrical connector (4).
5. Install the steering column trim covers. Refer to Steering Column Trim Covers Replacement.
6. Connect the battery ground cable. Refer to Battery Negative Cable Disconnection and Connection.
7. Enable the SIR system. Refer to SIR Disabling and Enabling.
8. Program the TDM. Refer to Theft Deterrent Control Module Programming and Setup.