Removal Procedure
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2003 Pontiac Grand Am and 2003 Oldsmobile Alero. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Remove the left instrument panel (I/P) insulator. Refer to CLOSEOUT/INSULATOR PANEL REPLACEMENT - LEFT (OUTBOARD) or CLOSEOUT/INSULATOR PANEL REPLACEMENT - LEFT (INBOARD) in Instrument Panel, Gages, and Console.
- Disconnect the electrical connectors (3, 4) from the stop lamp switch (5).
- Rotate the stop lamp switch counterclockwise until the travel stop has been reached.
- Pull the stop lamp switch rearward.
- Remove the stop lamp switch.