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Removal Procedure

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2004 Chevrolet Corvette. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
    Fig 1: Driver Knee Bolster Trim Panel At Steering Column Covers
    GM73209Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  1. Remove the tilt wheel lever (4). Refer to Tilt Lever Replacement in Steering Wheel and Column.
  2. Remove the driver knee bolster trim panel. Refer to Trim Panel Replacement - Knee Bolster in Instrument Panel, Gages and Console.
  3. Separate and remove the upper (1) and the lower (3) steering column covers.
  4. Fig 2: Electrical Connector To Wiring Harness
    GM70097Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  5. Disconnect the electrical connector from the wiring harness.
  6. Release the upper and lower retaining clips and slide the wiper/washer switch from the steering column lock module.