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Removal Procedure

CAUTION: Refer to SIR CAUTION in Cautions and Notices.
  1. Disable the SIR system. Refer to DISABLING & ACTIVATING AIR BAG SYSTEM  in Airbag.
  2. Remove the upper and lower trim covers. Refer to STEERING COLUMN TRIM COVERS REPLACEMENT  
    Fig 1: Replacing Turn Signal Switch
    G01483040Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.

    Important:  The abrasion sleeve located on the steering column wire harness assembly must be reinstalled. Make note of what connector is coming out of the abrasion sleeve for installation purposes.

  3. Remove the wire harness assembly (1) from the wire harness strap (2).
  4. Disconnect the turn signal and multifunction switch assembly connector from the SIR system coil connector.
  5. Slide the 2 connectors (2) of the turn signal and multifunction switch assembly out of the bulkhead connector (1).
    Fig 2: Removing Wire Harness Assembly From Wire Harness Strap
    G01483041Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  6. Remove the 2 pan head tapping screws (1) and (3) from the turn signal and multifunction switch assembly (2).
  7. Remove the turn signal and multifunction switch assembly (2) from the steering column tilt head assembly.
    Fig 3: Removing 2 Pan Head Tapping Screws
    G01483042Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.