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Ignition Switch Replacement - On Vehicle




Ignition Switch Replacement - On Vehicle

Removal Procedure




1. Remove the steering column filler panel.




2. Remove the hexagon nut (4) from the dimmer and ignition switch mounting stud.
3. Remove the dimmer switch rod (5).
4. Remove the washer head screw (3).
5. Remove the dimmer switch assembly (2) from the ignition switch actuator assembly (1).




6. Remove the dimmer and ignition switch mounting stud (3).
7. Remove the ignition switch assembly (2) from the steering column jacket assembly (1).

Installation Procedure




1. Install the ignition switch assembly (2) onto the steering column jacket assembly (1).

Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in Cautions and Notices.

2. Install the dimmer and ignition switch mounting stud (3).

Tighten the stud to 4 Nm (35 lb in).




3. Guide the rod (5) into the switch and install the dimmer switch assembly (2) onto the ignition switch actuator assembly (1).

Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in Cautions and Notice.

4. Install the washer head screw (3).

* Tighten the screw to 4 Nm (35 lb in).
* Tighten the nut to 4 Nm (35 lb in).

5. Install the hexagon nut (4) onto the dimmer and ignition switch mounting stud.




6. Install the steering column filler panel.

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