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Key Release Button

Removal and Installation

1. Disconnect the battery.





2. Remove the ignition switch lock cylinder.
1 Insert the ignition key into the ignition switch lock cylinder and turn to the RUN position.
2 Push the ignition switch lock cylinder release tab with a punch while pulling out the ignition switch lock cylinder.





3. If equipped, remove the tilt wheel handle.





4. Remove the upper and lower steering column shrouds.
1 Remove the screws.
2 Remove the upper and lower steering column shrouds.





5. Remove the key release lever and spring.
1 Remove the key release lever bolt.
6. To install, reverse the removal procedure.