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Electronic Column Lock Module - Disassemble

Electronic Column Lock Module - Disassemble - Off Vehicle (Column Shift)

- Tools Required
- J 41396 Park Lock Cable Pliers





1. Remove the steering column tilt head housing.
2. Disconnect the park lock cable assembly (1).
The lock cylinder should be in the OFF-LOCK position.
3. Insert a small screwdriver into the slot on the electronic lock module assembly and push against the locking tab to remove the park lock cable assembly (1).
4. Remove the steering column lock cylinder set only.





5. Remove the key alarm connector (1) from the electronic lock module assembly (2).
6. Remove the 2 tapping screws from the ignition and key alarm switch assembly (3).
7. Remove the ignition and key alarm switch assembly (3) from the electronic lock module assembly (2).
8. Let the ignition and key alarm switch assembly (3) hang freely.





9. Remove the 3 pan head tapping screws (2) from the electronic lock module assembly (1).
10. Remove the electronic lock module assembly (1).