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Manuals through 2025 now available!

Our trusted friends have launched a new website named LEMON, which has newer manuals. It also contains all the CHARM manuals.

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Link: lemon-manuals.la or lemon-manuals.org.ua

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Ignition Lock: Service Precautions

When the steering lock is installed on the steering column with the lock cylinder removed, DO NOT turn the mechanism. Doing so will allow a built-in lockout (anti-theft protection) to engage.

The steering lock cannot be unlocked when installed to the column, the steering lock will be damaged beyond repair if this is attempted.