Key Cylinder Removal

IGNITION SWITCH AND KEY CYLINDER

NOTE: The ignition key must be in the key cylinder for cylinder removal. The key cylinder must be removed first before removing ignition switch.


KEY CYLINDER REMOVAL

1 Disconnect negative battery cable at battery

2 If equipped with an automatic transmission, place shifter in PARK position.

3 Rotate key to ON position.

Fig. 51 Key Cylinder Release Tang:

4 A release tang is located on bottom of key cylinder.

Fig. 52 Key Cylinder and Cover Removal:

5 Position a small screwdriver or pin punch into tang access hole on bottom of steering column lower cover.

6 Push the pin punch up while pulling key cylinder from steering column.