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Ignition Switch: Service and Repair



Ignition/starter Switch and Lock Cylinder, Removing And Installing

Ignition/starter Switch, Removing And Installing

CAUTION!

- Before beginning repairs on the electrical system:

- Obtain the anti-theft radio security code.
- Switch off all electrical consumers.
- Switch the ignition off and remove the ignition key.
- Disconnect negative (-) battery terminal.
- When disconnecting and reconnecting battery terminals, observe all applicable Notes and torque specifications, as well as instructions on performing OBD program and electrical system function checks.

Removing

- Disconnect battery.
- Remove steering column switches.
- Disconnect electrical connector from ignition/starter switch.






- Remove locking paint on securing screws -A-.
- Loosen two securing screws -A- slightly and pull ignition/starter switch out from steering lock housing in direction of -arrow-

Installing

- Push ignition/starter switch into steering lock housing.

NOTE:

- When installing the ignition/starter lock switch ensure that the ignition/starter lock switch and the lock cylinder are in the same position, e.g "ignition on".

- Tighten securing screws and seal with locking paint.
- Connect electrical connector to ignition/starter switch.
- Reinstall steering column switch and steering wheel.