Steering Column Control Module - Removal

REMOVAL

WARNING: Disable the airbag system before attempting any steering wheel, steering column or instrument panel component diagnosis or service. Disconnect and isolate the negative battery (ground) cable and wait two minutes for the airbag system capacitor to discharge before performing further diagnosis or service. This is the only sure way to disable the airbag system. Failure to follow these instructions may result in accidental airbag deployment and possible serious or fatal injury.

SCCM





1. Place the front road wheels in the STRAIGHT-AHEAD position.
2. Disconnect and isolate the negative battery cable.
3. Remove steering wheel Removal.
4. Remove upper and lower steering column shrouds to gain access to the Steering Column Control Module (SCCM) (3) Steering Column Shroud - Removal.
5. Lock the clockspring rotor in the center position as follows: Insert a pin through the hole in the rotor at the 10 o'clock position.
6. Remove the three screws (1) to the SCCM.





7. Disconnect the electrical connectors (2) between the SCCM (1) and the instrument panel wiring harness at the base of the SCCM and remove from column.

DISASSEMBLY

NOTE: There is no need to disassemble the Steering Column Control Module (SCCM) if only removing the SCCM from the column.





1. Remove the left multi-function switch stalk retaining screw (2).
2. Pull the left stalk out of the SCCM.





3. Disconnect the left stalk electrical connector.
4. Separate the left switch from the SCCM.





5. Remove the one right multi-function switch retaining screw.
6. Pull right switch out of SCCM.





7. Disconnect the right switch electrical connector.