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Ignition Switch: Service and Repair




Ignition Switch

Removal and Installation

NOTE: Steering wheel removed for clarity.











1. Depower the Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) For additional information, refer to Supplemental Restraint System Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) Depowering and Repowering.

2. Remove the steering column tilt release lever/handle.





3. 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 lb-in).

4. 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 lb-in).

5. To install, reverse the removal procedure.

6. Repower the SRS. For additional information, refer to Supplemental Restraint System Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) Depowering and Repowering.

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