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Ignition Switch Lock Cylinder: Service and Repair

REMOVING AND INSTALLING LOCK CYLINDER '85/2 MODELS ONWARD



1. Remove steering wheel

Note: Observe safety precautions for vehicles fitted with airbag. For removal and fitting of airbag steering wheel, refer to Steering

2. Remove steering-column switch trim.
3. Remove steering-column switch.
4. Disconnect plug from ignition/starter switch.
5. Drill out shear-head bolts in steering-lock housing.
6. Remove steering-lock housing.
7. Remove stud bolt from steering-lock housing.
Tightening torque: 0.25 Nm (0.18 ft lb)






8. Drill holes in steering-lock housing with 3 mm drill as shown.
9. With the aid of a thumbtack or similar disengage lock cylinder and withdraw.

Note: The lock cylinder engages automatically when it is pushed into the housing.
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