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Removal Procedure

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2003 Pontiac Vibe. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
  1. Remove the instrument panel compartment door. Refer to COMPARTMENT REPLACEMENT - INSTRUMENT PANEL (I/P) in Instrument Panel Gauges and Console.
    CAUTION: Refer to BATTERY DISCONNECT CAUTION .
  2. Disconnect the negative battery cable.
  3. Disconnect the electrical connector (4) from theft deterrent module (3).
  4. Remove the screw (2) from the theft deterrent module bracket (1).
  5. Remove the theft deterrent module (3) with bracket (1) from the vehicle.
  6. Remove the theft deterrent module (3) from bracket (1), if necessary.
    Fig 1: Removing Theft Deterrent Control Module
    G01434223Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.