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Steering Wheel Theft Deterrent Lock - Manual

Steering Wheel Theft Deterrent Lock Replacement (Manual)

Tools Required
^ J42640 Steering Column Lock Pin

Removal Procedure

Caution: Refer to SIR Caution is Service Precaution.

1. Disable the SIR system.

Important: If the steering column connectors are disconnected with the ignition in the ON position, the BCM will enter a fail enable mode and prevent steering column lock operation. The PCM will also inhibit vehicle motion by disabling fuel. To clear the BCM fail enable mode, disconnect the BCM fuse #25 for 15 seconds.

2. Remove the trim covers from the upper and lower steering column.





3. Remove the wire harness straps (2) from the steering column tilt head assembly (1) and the column.
4. Install J42640 to the steering column.
5. Remove the steering column tilt head assembly.
6. Remove the steering wheel theft deterrent lock.

Installation Procedure





1. Install the steering wheel theft deterrent lock.
2. Route the wire harness assembly along the steering column jacket assembly.
3. Remove J42640 from the steering column.





4. Install the wire harness assembly (1) into the wire harness strap (2).





5. Install new wire harness straps (2) to the steering column assembly (1) and the column.
6. Install the steering column tilt head assembly.
7. Install the trim covers to the upper and lower steering column.
8. Enable the SIR system.