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Removal Procedure

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2003 Chevrolet Monte Carlo and 2003 Chevrolet Impala. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
    Fig 1: Ignition Lock Cylinder Bezel
    GM601131Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  1. Apply the parking brake.
  2. Using a small, flat-bladed tool, gently remove the bezel from the ignition lock cylinder.
  3. If the vehicle is equipped with a column shift, position the transaxle shift control indicator to 1.
  4. Adjust the steering wheel for access.
  5. Fig 2: Access Covers At I/P Fuse Block
    GM813479Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  6. For the Impala, remove the right and the left access covers from the instrument panel (I/P) fuse block.

    For the Monte Carlo, remove the left access cover from the I/P fuse block.

  7. Remove the steering column filler. Refer to Steering Column Filler Replacement in Instrument Panel, Gages, and Console.
  8. For the Monte Carlo, open the instrument panel compartment door.
  9. Remove the I/P cluster trim plate screws.
  10. Start at the left side of the I/P cluster trim plate. Grasp the trim plate and carefully pull rearward. Disengage the I/P cluster trim plate in order to easily access the hazard warning switch.
  11. Fig 3: Hazard Warning Switch
    GM519460Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  12. Disconnect the electrical connector from the hazard warning switch.
  13. Remove the hazard warning switch from the I/P cluster trim plate.