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, ignition switch key lock solenoid (N376) prevents the key from being removed!

Removing

- Disconnect the battery. Refer to battery in engine compartment => [ Battery, Disconnecting and Connecting ] Service and Repair or battery in luggage compartment => [ Battery, Disconnecting and Connecting ] Service and Repair.

- 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. Note the following:

- Connect the battery. Refer to battery in engine compartment => [ Battery, Disconnecting and Connecting ] Service and Repair or battery in luggage compartment => [ Battery, Disconnecting and Connecting ] Service and Repair.

- Perform an output diagnostic test to activate the ignition switch key lock solenoid (N376) using the Vehicle diagnostic tester.