Hazard Warning Switch Replacement

HAZARD WARNING SWITCH REPLACEMENT

REMOVAL PROCEDURE




1. Apply the parking brake.
2. Using a small, flat-bladed tool, gently remove the bezel from the ignition lock cylinder.
3. If the vehicle is equipped with a column shift, position the transaxle shift control indicator to 1.
4. Adjust the steering wheel for access.




5. For the Impala, remove the right and the left access covers from the instrument panel (I/P) fuse block.For the Monte Carlo, remove the left access cover from the I/P fuse block.
6. Remove the steering column filler.
7. For the Monte Carlo, open the instrument panel compartment door.
8. Remove the I/P cluster trim plate screws.
9. Start at the left side of the I/P cluster trim plate. Grasp the trim plate and carefully pull rearward. Disengage the I/P cluster trim plate in order to easily access the hazard warning switch.




10. Disconnect the electrical connector from the hazard warning switch.
11. Remove the hazard warning switch from the I/P cluster trim plate.

INSTALLATION PROCEDURE




1. Install the hazard warning switch to the I/P cluster trim plate.
2. Connect the electrical connector to the hazard warning switch.




3. Press the I/P cluster trim plate into the I/P trim pad, until all of the retainers are fully seated.
4. Install the I/P cluster trim plate screws.

NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice in Service Precautions.

Tighten the screws to 2 N.m (18 lb in).

5. For the Monte Carlo, install the left access cover to the I/P fuse block.For the Impala, install the right and the left access covers to the I/P fuse block.
6. Install the steering column filler.
7. For the Monte Carlo, close the I/P compartment door.




8. Reposition the steering wheel to the original position.
9. If the vehicle is equipped with column shift, position the transaxle shift control indicator to Park.
10. Install the bezel to the ignition lock cylinder.
11. Release the parking brake.