Ignition Switch Lock Cylinder: Service and Repair

Lock Cylinder

Special tools, testers and auxiliary items required

• Locking Pin (T40011)

Removing






- Remove steering column trim. Refer to Storage Compartments and Covers.

• To remove lock cylinder, replacement key without illumination and radio function is necessary because removal is only possible using a key with flat grip.

- Turn replacement key to ignition "on" position, cut out in trim - arrow - aligns with hole in ignition lock.

• Right lock position is shown without ignition lock to provide a better illustration.

- Insert the (T40011) all the way into the hole and remove the lock cylinder - 1 - with the induction coil from the steering lock housing - 2 -.






Risk of steering lock seizing.

• Steering lock must not be operated without lock cylinder.

• A seized steering lock must be replaced.

• When replacing lock cylinder, observe guidelines regarding immobilizer induction coil.

- Disconnect electrical harness connector at induction coil.

Installing






Install in reverse order of removal. Note the following:

- Place replacement key in lock cylinder and turn to ignition "on" position.

- Insert the (T40011) again all the way into the front side.

- Slide lock cylinder - 1 - with induction coil into steering lock housing - 2 -.

- Then remove (T40011) and press lock cylinder securely in until catch engages audibly.

- Connect electrical connector to immobilizer induction coil.