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HOMESERVICE MANUALSGMC1999FORWARD CONTROL 5.7 R, AUTOMATICREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 851 (STEERING WHEEL AND STEERING COLUMN)REPAIR INSTRUCTIONSIGNITION SWITCH REPLACEMENTREMOVAL PROCEDURE
1999 GMC Forward Control 5.7 R, Automatic
Removal Procedure
1999 GMC Forward Control 5.7 R, AutomaticSECTION Removal Procedure
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2003 Saturn Vue. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Remove the SIR module. Refer to STEERING WHEEL in Air Bag Restraint Systems.
- Remove the steering wheel. Refer to Steering Wheel ReplacementΒ .
- Remove the SIR coil. Refer to SIR COIL ASSEMBLY in Air Bag Restraint Systems.
- Using a thin-bladed screwdriver, remove the lock cylinder bezel.
- Remove the shroud fasteners.
- Remove the upper and lower shrouds.
- Depress the lock tabs on the left and right multi-function levers. Remove the multi-function levers.
- Disconnect the electrical housing electrical connectors.
- Disengage the retaining tabs on the park lock cable assembly. Remove the assembly from the ignition module.
- Remove the lock housing bolts.
- Turn the ignition key to the ACC position
- Separate the ignition housing from the multi-function bracket.
- Remove the ignition switch screws
- Remove the ignition switch.
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- β’ You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- β’ Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- β’ The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- β’ You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- β’ You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.