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Ignition Lock Cylinder

IGNITION LOCK CYLINDER REPLACEMENT

REMOVAL PROCEDURE

CAUTION: Before servicing any electrical component, the ignition and start switch must be in the "OFF" or "LOCK" position and all electrical loads must be OFF, unless instructed otherwise in these procedures. If a tool or equipment could easily come in contact with a live exposed electrical terminal, also disconnect the negative battery cable. Failure to follow these precautions may cause personal injury and/or damage to the vehicle or its components.





1. Disconnect the negative battery cable.
2. Remove the lock cylinder bezel from the steering column shroud by carefully prying with a thin-bladed screwdriver.





3. Remove the steering column upper trim panel.
4. Remove wiper/washer switch.





5. Insert the key into the lock cylinder and rotate to "START" position.

IMPORTANT: While rotating the cylinder back to the "START" position, depress the locking button on the top of the ignition module with a thin pick-type tool.

6. Slide the lock cylinder from ignition lock cylinder case.

INSTALLATION PROCEDURE





IMPORTANT: The actuator blade within the ignition module housing must be in the "RUN" position to install the lock cylinder assembly. If rotated, replace it to the "RUN" position using needle-nose pliers.

1. Insert the key into the ignition lock cylinder and install it into the ignition lock cylinder case.
2. Install the wiper/washer switch.





3. Install the steering column upper trim cover.
4. Reconnect the negative battery cable.