Astro Van 2WD V6-4.3L VIN W (2001)
Inspection Procedure
1.
From inside the vehicle, depress the hazard warning flasher switch located on the top of the steering column.
2.
Depress the hazard warning flasher switch again.
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If the hazard warning flasher switch did not stick in either the up or down position, proceed to the section titled "Replacing the Hazard
Warning Flasher Switch." Do not order any replacement parts until instructed to in the additional inspection procedure included in that section.
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If the hazard warning flasher switch is sticking in either the up or down position, replace the multifunction switch. Proceed to the section titled
"Replacing the Multifunction Switch."
Replacing the Hazard Warning Flasher Switch
This procedure describes how to replace ONLY the hazard warning flasher switch assembly. The procedure includes information on how to
remove the original switch, where to apply the lubricant on the new switch, and how to install the new switch.
DO NOT use this procedure if the inspection above indicates that the multifunction switch requires replacement. Contained in this procedure are
unique steps to address features or options such as cruise control, standard or tilt column, and a column mounted automatic transmission lever.
Tools Required
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J 1859-A Steering Wheel Puller
1.
Turn the ignition switch to the OFF position.
2.
Disconnect the negative battery cable.
3.
Remove the SIR fuse from the fuse block.
4.
Remove the screws attaching the driver's side knee bolster trim panel underneath the I/P and reposition the panel out of the way.
5.
Locate the driver's side yellow 2-way air bag electrical connector at the base of the steering column and remove the connector position assurance
(CPA) from the connector.
6.
Disconnect the yellow 2-way electrical connector.
7.
If equipped, remove the tilt steering column lever.
Important:
Some of the illustrations included in this procedure show the steering column removed from the vehicle. Those illustrations are for reference
purposes only. DO NOT remove the steering column from the vehicle to perform this repair procedure.
8.
Turn the ignition switch to the RUN position to unlock the steering wheel.
9.
Turn the steering wheel 90 degrees so that the side of the SIR module is at the 12 o'clock position in order to gain access to the holes behind the
