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Ignition Switch: Service and Repair

Ignition Switch

Removal
1. Disconnect the battery ground cable.





2. Detach the instrument panel lower panel.
1 Remove the screws.
2 Release the fastener.





3. Remove the instrument panel lower panel.
^ Disconnect the hood release.
^ Disconnect the data link (DLC) electrical connector.





4. Detach the steering column upper shroud.
^ Using a thin bladed screwdriver, release the two clips (one each side).





5. Remove the steering column lower shroud.
1 Release the steering column locking lever. (if equipped).
2 Remove the screws.
^ Remove the ignition key.





6. Disconnect the electrical connectors.
^ Disconnect the ignition switch electrical connector.
^ Disconnect the turn signal/flash-to-pass switch electrical connector.





7. Remove the ignition switch.
^ Release the clips.

Installation
1. To install, reverse the removal procedure.