Ignition Lock: Service and Repair

1. On models equipped with airbag system, refer to Technician Safety Information for system disarming and arming procedures. On models equipped with radio coded theft protection system, refer to Vehicle Damage Warnings for system disarming and arming procedures.
2. Disconnect battery ground cable.
3. Proceed as follows:
a. Remove dashboard lower cover, left knee bolster and left kick panel.
b. Disconnect 5-P connector from under dash fuse/relay box, then the 3-P connector from main wire harness.
c. Remove steering column covers.
4. Center punch two shear bolts and drill heads off with a 3/16 inch drill bit.
5. Remove shear bolts from switch body. Do not damage switch body when removing shear bolts.
6. Install new steering lock without key inserted.
7. Tighten new shear bolts finger tight, then ensure projection on ignition switch is aligned with hole in steering column.
8. Insert ignition key, then ensure key turns freely and steering wheel lock is operating properly.
9. Tighten shear bolts until hex heads twist off.
10. On models equipped with radio coded theft protection system, refer to Vehicle Damage Warnings for system disarming and arming procedures. On models equipped with airbag system, refer to Technician Safety Information for system disarming and arming procedures.