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Ignition Switch: Service and Repair

IGNITION OR STARTER SWITCH ASSEMBLY (2AZ-FE)

REPLACEMENT

NOTE: When disconnecting the battery terminal, initialize the following system after the terminal is reconnected.
- Power window control system
- Sliding roof system

1. DISCONNECT BATTERY NEGATIVE TERMINAL
2. REMOVE STEERING COLUMN COVER
3. REMOVE IGNITION OR STARTER SWITCH ASSEMBLY




a. Disconnect the ignition switch connector.
b. Disconnect the unlock warning switch connector.




c. Remove the band tie.
d. Using a small screwdriver, separate the claw fitting, then remove the connector of the unlock warning switch.




e. Remove the 2 screws, then remove the ignition switch.




f. Remove the screw, then remove the lock stopper.

4. INSTALL IGNITION OR STARTER SWITCH ASSEMBLY




a. Install the lock stopper with the screw.




b. Install the ignition switch with the 2 screws.




c. Align the claw position, then install the connector of the unlock warning switch.
d. Install the band tie.




e. Connect the unlock warning switch connector.
f. Connect the ignition switch connector.

5. INSTALL STEERING COLUMN COVER
6. CONNECT BATTERY NEGATIVE TERMINAL

Torque: 5.4 N.m (55 kgf.cm, 48 in.lbf)
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