Inspection and Repair

Tilt Steering Column (2 Of 2):

Tilt Steering Column (1 Of 2):

INSPECTION





1. Inspect column upper bracket. Check that the steering lock mechanism operates properly.
2. If necessary, replace key cylinder, as follows:
a. Place the ignition key at the ACC position.





b. Push down the stop pin with a screwdriver and pull out the key cylinder.
c. Install a new key cylinder.

NOTE: Make sure the ignition key is at the ACC position.

3. Inspect ignition switch.
4. If necessary, replace ignition switch, as follows:
a. Remove the two screws.
b. Install new switches with the two screws.

5. Inspect key unlock warning switch.
6. Automatic Transmission (AT): Inspect key interlock solenoid.
7. If necessary, replace key unlock warning switch, as follows:
a. Remove the two screws.
b. Install a new switch with the two screws.

8. Automatic Transmission (AT): If necessary, replace key interlock solenoid with key unlock warning switch, as follows:
a. Remove the four screws.
b. Install a new solenoid and warning switch with the four screws.

9. If necessary, replace bushing, as follows:





a. Using a screwdriver, depress the three projections on the busing and remove the bushing from the column lower tube.
b. Align the projections on a new bushing with the holes in the lower tube. Install the bushing until the projections are firmly engaged in the holes in the lower tube.