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Ignition Switch Lock Cylinder - Dash Mounted



IGNITION SWITCH LOCK CYLINDER REPLACEMENT

REMOVAL PROCEDURE

IMPORTANT: You must perform the BCM theft deterrent relearn procedure after replacement of the ignition switch lock cylinder. Theft Deterrent RE-Learn





1. Disconnect negative battery cable.
2. Remove the radio. Service and Repair
3. Remove the ignition switch bezel from the ignition switch lock cylinder, using a small flat-bladed tool.
4. Insert the key and turn the ignition switch lock cylinder to the "ON" position.

IMPORTANT: Ignition cylinder will not rotate or is seized.

5. Follow procedure in ignition switch replacement.
6. Using a small flat-bladed tool, depress and hold the lock cylinder retaining tab from the radio access hole.
7. Using the key, pull to remove the ignition switch lock cylinder from the ignition switch.
8. Remove the key from the ignition switch lock cylinder.

INSTALLATION PROCEDURE
1. Recode the ignition switch lock cylinder, if necessary.
2. Insert the key and turn the ignition switch lock cylinder to the "ON" position.
3. Align the ignition switch lock cylinder to the ignition switch, then press into place.
4. Turn the key to the "OFF" position and remove the key.
5. Install the radio.
6. Align the ignition switch bezel slots to the tabs on the ignition switch lock cylinder and press into place until fully seated.
7. Connect negative battery cable.
8. Perform the BCM theft deterrent relearn procedure, if the ignition switch lock cylinder was replaced. Theft Deterrent RE-Learn