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Ignition Switch: Service and Repair

Ignition Switch





Removal and Installation
1. Depower the supplemental restraint system (SRS). For additional information, refer to Air Bag Systems.





2. Remove the ignition switch lock cylinder.
1 Position the ignition switch lock cylinder to the RUN position.
2 Using a suitable tool, push upward on the cylinder release tab while pulling the ignition switch lock cylinder outward.





3. Remove the tilt lever/handle.

4. NOTE: Release the upper steering column shroud by pressing the sides inward.

Remove the 3 screws and the upper and lower steering column shrouds.
^ To install, tighten to 2 Nm (18 inch lbs.).

5. Remove the ignition switch.
1 Disconnect the electrical connector.
2 Remove the ignition switch screw and remove the ignition switch.
^ To install, tighten to 5 Nm (44 inch lbs.).

6. To install, reverse the removal procedure.
^ Repower the SRS. For additional information, refer to Air Bag Systems.