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For 1990-2009 cars only

    Object Number: 343824  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. Important: The turn signal and multifunction switch assembly wires do not have to be pulled through the column when removing the assembly unless necessary. Let the turn signal and multifunction switch assembly hang freely after removal of the screws.

  3. Remove the turn signal and multifunction switch assembly. Refer to Turn Signal and Multifunction Switch Assembly - Disassemble - Off Vehicle .
  4. Put the key in the LOCK position.
  5. Disconnect the steering column key lock cylinder set terminal connectors.
  6. Attach a wire to the terminal connectors. This will make installation easier.

  7. Object Number: 343829  Size: SH
  8. Remove the buzzer switch assembly (3).
  9. Remove the lock retaining screw (2).
  10. Remove the retaining clip (4) from the steering column lock cylinder set terminal connector (5).
  11. Remove the steering column lock cylinder set (1).
  12. Gently pull the terminal connectors (5) through the column.