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Makes 🢒 Buick 🢒 2007 🢒 Lucerne 🢒 Diagnostic Navigation 🢒 Vehicle Diagnostic Information 🢒 Steering Wheel Control Switch Assembly Replacement

Removal Procedure

    Caution: Refer to SIR Caution in the Preface section.

  1. Disable the SIR system. Refer to SIR Disabling and Enabling .
  2. Remove the steering wheel. Refer to Steering Wheel Replacement .

    3. Object Number: 720529 Size: SH
  3. Remove the retaining screws (1) from the steering wheel bezel.
  4. Remove the steering wheel bezel (2).

    5. Object Number: 720531 Size: SH
  5. Insert a small, blunt ended tool into the access hole in the back of the steering wheel in order to push the switch out of the steering wheel.
  6. Disconnect the electrical connector.

Installation Procedure

    Object Number: 716696 Size: SH
  1. Connect the electrical connector.
  2. Align the switch to the switch opening in the steering wheel.
  3. Snap the switch into the steering wheel.

    4. Object Number: 720529 Size: SH
  4. Install the steering wheel bezel (2).

    5. Notice: Use the correct fastener in the correct location. Replacement fasteners must be the correct part number for that application. Fasteners requiring replacement or fasteners requiring the use of thread locking compound or sealant are identified in the service procedure. Do not use paints, lubricants, or corrosion inhibitors on fasteners or fastener joint surfaces unless specified. These coatings affect fastener torque and joint clamping force and may damage the fastener. Use the correct tightening sequence and specifications when installing fasteners in order to avoid damage to parts and systems.

  5. Install the retaining screws (1) to the steering wheel bezel.

    6. Tighten
    Tighten screws to 3 N·m (27 lb in).

  6. Install the steering wheel. Refer to Steering Wheel Replacement .
  7. Enable the SIR system. Refer to SIR Disabling and Enabling .