ICM Removal and Installation: Removal

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2011 Suzuki SX4. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Disconnect negative (-) cable at battery.
Remove dash side trim (4) and steering column hole cover (3).
Remove steering column covers (1).
Turn steering wheel to access steering column cover screws (2).

Fig 1: Identifying Steering Column Covers With Mounting Screws
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Remove knee protector plate (if equipped).
Remove engine start knob (keyless start model).
Disconnect connector (1) from ICM (2).
Remove a screw (3) from ICM.

Fig 2: Identifying ICM Connector With Screws
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Remove ICM from steering lock assembly or steering lock unit.
NOTE: The antenna part of ICM is fragile. Therefore, do not add strong power to the part or twist the part.