Non-Functional Lock Cylinder

Ignition Switch Lock Cylinder-Non-Functional

Removal

1. Depower the supplement restraint system (SRS).

2. Remove the steering wheel assembly.





3. Twist off the cap from the ignition switch cylinder.

4. NOTE: The lock cylinder is repaired by discarding the inoperative lock cylinder and building a new lock cylinder using the appropriate lock repair package. The lock repair package includes a detailed instruction sheet to build the new lock cylinder to the current key code of the vehicle.





Remove the ignition switch lock cylinder.
- Use a 1/8-inch diameter drill bit to drill out the lock cylinder retaining pin.
- Use a 3/8-inch drill bit to drill down the middle of the ignition lock key slot until the ignition switch lock cylinder breaks loose.
- Remove and discard the ignition switch lock cylinder and clean the drill shavings from the steering column.





5. Remove the bearing retainer.





6. Remove the bearing and gear.
- Thoroughly clean all drill shavings from the steering column and inspect it for damage.

Installation





1. Install the gear and the bearing.





2. Install the bearing retainer.





3. Install a new ignition switch lock cylinder.
^ Verify ignition switch lock cylinder operation.

4. WARNING: To reduce the risk of serious personal injury, read and follow all warnings, notes and Instructions in the steering wheel removal and installation procedure.

Install the steering wheel.

5 Reactivate the Supplemental Restraint System (SRS).