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HOMESERVICE MANUALSPONTIAC2005MONTANA SV6 AWDREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISSTEERINGSTEERING WHEEL & STEERING COLUMNREPAIR INSTRUCTIONSIGNITION SWITCH REPLACEMENTINSTALLATION PROCEDURE
2005 Pontiac Montana SV6 AWD
Installation Procedure
2005 Pontiac Montana SV6 AWDSECTION Installation Procedure
- Connect the ignition switch electrical connector.
- Install the ignition switch (1) to the ignition lock cylinder case.
- Install the screws (2) to the ignition switch (1).
Tighten: Tighten the screws to 1.25 N.m (11 lb in).
- Install the theft deterrent exciter module to the lock cylinder housing. Refer to Theft Deterrent Exciter Module Replacement in Theft Deterrent.
- Install the ignition lock cylinder. Refer to Ignition Lock Cylinder Replacement .
- Install the steering column trim covers. Refer to Steering Column Trim Covers Replacement .
- Enable the SIR System. Refer to SIR Disabling and Enabling Zone 3 in SIR.
NOTE:
Refer to Fastener Notice
in Cautions and Notices.
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.