Ignition Lock Solenoid: Service and Repair

Ignition Switch Key Lock Solenoid (N376)

The ignition switch key lock solenoid is installed next to the Ignition Switch (D).

To remove ignition key in vehicles with automatic transmission and DSG, always shift selector lever into position P and then switch off ignition. Otherwise, the ignition switch key lock solenoid prevents the key from being removed!


Follow the instructions described in the repair information regarding disconnecting and connecting the battery. Refer to => [ Battery, Disconnecting and Connecting ] Battery, Disconnecting and Connecting.

Removing

- Disconnect the battery. Refer to => [ Battery, Disconnecting ] Battery, Disconnecting.

- Remove the steering column trim.

- Open the tab - 2 - with a screwdriver.






- Pull ignition switch key lock solenoid - 1 - in the - direction of the arrow - out of its mount.

During this, harness connector is simultaneously disconnected.

Installing

Install in reverse order of removal, noting the following:

- Connect the battery. Refer to => [ Battery, Connecting ] Battery, Connecting.

- After attaching the battery for activating the ignition switch key lock solenoid, perform the output diagnostic test mode for the steering column electronics control module (J527) => [ Steering Column Electronic Systems Control Module (J527) Output Diagnostic Test Mode (DTM) ] Scan Tool Testing and Procedures.