Alarm System Transponder: Service and Repair

REMOVAL
1. Disconnect the battery ground cable, Refer to Battery.

CAUTION: Electronic modules are sensitive to electrical charges. If exposed to these charges, damage may result.







2. Remove the ignition switch lock cylinder.
1 Insert the ignition key into the ignition switch lock cylinder and turn to the RUN position.
2 Push the ignition switch lock cylinder release tab with a punch while pulling out the ignition switch lock cylinder.







3. If equipped, remove the tilt wheel handle.







4. Remove the upper and lower steering column shrouds.
1 Remove the screws.
2 Remove the upper and lower steering column shroud.







5. Remove the lower instrument panel steering column cover.
1 Remove the screws.
2 Remove the lower instrument panel steering column cover.







6. Remove the instrument panel steering column opening cover reinforcement.
1 Remove the bolts.
2 Remove the instrument panel steering column opening cover reinforcement.







7. Remove the anti-theft transceiver module.
1 Remove the screw from the bottom of the transceiver module.
2 Disconnect the electrical connector and remove the module.

NOTE: Only apply pressure or leverage below the key cylinder lower rib.

NOTE: The steering wheel has been removed for clarity.

INSTALLATION
1. To install, reverse the removal procedure.