Electronic Column Lock Module - Disassemble - Off Vehicle Tilt Column

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. Remove the ignition lock cylinder. Refer to Ignition Lock Cylinder Replacement - On Vehicle .
3. Remove the upper tilt head components. Refer to Steering Column Tilt Head Housing - Disassemble - Off Vehicle
4. Remove the ignition and key alarm switch assembly only. Refer to Ignition and Key Alarm Switch Assembly - Disassemble - Off Vehicle .
5. Remove the park lock cable assembly (1) from the electronic lock module assembly.

5.1.	Place the steering column lock cylinder set into the OFF position.

5.2.	Place the shift lever clevis into the PARK position.

5.3.	Use a small blade to push against the locking tab on the end of the park lock cable assembly (1).

5.4.	Disconnect the park lock cable assembly (1) from the electronic lock module assembly.




6. Remove the 3 pan head tapping screws (1) from the electronic lock module assembly (2).

Important: The lock bolt assembly (4) is under slight spring tension from the lock bolt spring (3). Hold the lock bolt (4) in place while removing the electronic lock module assembly (2).

7. Remove the electronic lock module assembly (2) and the lock bolt assembly (4) from the steering column tilt head assembly (5).
8. Remove the lock bolt spring (3) from the lock bolt assembly (4).