Removal and Replacement

Ignition Lock Cylinder Replacement

Removal Procedure

1. Remove the wipers/washer switch. Refer to Windshield Wiper and Washer Switch Replacement (Service and Repair)
2. Turn the ignition lock cylinder to the RUN position.





Important: There are two retaining tabs on the ignition lock cylinder. Both will need to be manipulated to remove it from the ignition/start switch housing.


3. Depress the first retaining tab through the ignition/start switch housing front access hole (2) with a small allen wrench or similar pick-type tool. The ignition lock cylinder will back out slightly.
4. Depress the second retaining tab through the ignition/start switch housing rear access hole (1). The ignition lock cylinder will back out slightly again.
5. Pull the ignition lock cylinder out enough to locate the second retaining tab in the ignition/start switch housing front access hole (2) and depress it.
6. Pull and the ignition lock cylinder should release from the ignition/start switch housing. The ignition lock cylinder may have to be wiggled while pulling to release it from the ignition/start switch housing.



Installation Procedure






Important: If you are installing a new ignition lock cylinder, Refer to Key and Lock Cylinder Coding (Procedures) .


1. Position the ignition lock cylinder in the run position and insert it into the ignition/start switch housing.
2. Rotate the ignition lock cylinder in the housing and verify proper rotation.
3. Install the wipers/washer switch. Refer to Windshield Wiper and Washer Switch Replacement (Service and Repair)