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Ignition Switch: Service and Repair

Ignition Switch

Ignition Switch:





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

2. CAUTION: Use care when removing the instrument panel steering column cover or damage to the cover locating tab may occur.

Remove the instrument panel steering column cover.
3. If equipped, twist the tilt wheel handle and remove it.
4. Remove the 3 lower steering column shroud screws.
^ Separate and remove the lower steering column shroud.
5. Disconnect the ignition switch electrical connector.





6. Remove the 2 ignition switch screws and the ignition switch.
^ To install, align the ignition switch with the slot and index mark on the steering column and tighten the screws to 6 Nm (53 inch lbs.).
7. To install, reverse the removal procedure.
8. Repower the supplemental restraint system (SRS). For additional information, refer to Air Bag Systems.