Module - Passive Anti-Theft Transceiver

REMOVAL

1. Disconnect the battery ground cable.

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. Twist the tilt wheel handle and shank and remove.

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

5. Remove the parking brake release handle.
1 Remove the screws.
2 Remove the parking brake release handle.

6. Remove the hood latch release handle.
1 Remove the screws.
2 Remove the hood latch release handle.

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

8. Remove the instrument panel steering column opening cover reinforcement.
1 Remove the screws.
2 Remove the instrument panel steering column opening cover reinforcement.

9. Remove the transceiver assembly.
1 Remove the screw.
2 Locate the rib on the steering column lock cylinder housing, and gently pry the anti-theft transceiver over the rib.

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

3 Disconnect the electrical connector.

NOTE: The steering wheel is shown removed for clarity.

INSTALLATION

1. To install, reverse the removal procedure.

NOTE:
- When the battery is disconnected and reconnected, some abnormal drive symptoms may occur while the vehicle relearns its adaptive strategy. The vehicle may need to be driven 16 km (10 mi) or more to relearn the strategy.
- No key replacement or re-initialization needs to occur with the removal or installation of a new PATS Transceiver.
- The steering wheel is shown removed for clarity.