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Electronic Column Lock Module



Steering Column Electronic Lock Replacement

Removal Procedure

Caution: Refer to SIR Caution in Service Precautions.

1. Disable the SIR system.
2. Remove the steering column from the vehicle.
3. Remove the turn signal cancel cam.
4. Remove the windshield wiper wash and switch assembly.
5. Remove the multifunction switch assembly.





Notice: Avoid damaging the steering column electronic lock harness by gently removing the plugs installed in the I/P beam. Do NOT twist, pull, bend, cut, or incorrectly route the harness. Damage to the harness will require replacement of the entire electronic lock.

6. Remove the wire harness straps from the wire harness.
7. Remove the electronic lock module lead from the wire harness assembly.
8. Remove the electronic lock module from the steering column.

Installation Procedure





1. Install the electronic lock module onto the steering column.

Notice: Avoid damaging the steering column electronic lock harness by gently removing the plugs installed in the I/P beam. Do NOT twist, pull, bend, cut, or incorrectly route the harness. Damage to the harness will require replacement of the entire electronic lock.

2. Feed the electronic column lock lead into the wire harness assembly.
3. Install new wire harness straps.
4. Install the turn signal cancel cam.
5. Install the windshield wiper wash and switch assembly.
6. Install the multifunction switch assembly.
7. Install the steering column into the vehicle.
8. Enable the SIR system.