Steering Column Lock: Service and Repair

Removing
Airbag and steering column removed refer to Restraint Systems; Air Bag Systems; Air Bag.
Upper and lower steering column trim removed; refer to Steering Column.





- Remove steering column switch bolt and steering column switch.
- Remove plastic cover over shear bolts.
Ignition lock cable must also be disconnected on vehicles with automatic transmission refer to Steering Column.





- Chisel off shear bolts with chisel.
Removing and installing ignition switch/lock cylinder

Installing
- Attach ignition lock cable if equipped with automatic transmission refer to Steering Column.
- Install new shear bolts.
- Tighten shear head bolts until head shears off.
- Install steering column switch.
- Adjust distance between steering column switch and steering wheel, refer to Steering Column.
Continue installation in reverse sequence