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Removing and Installing / Replacing Lock Cylinder for Steering Lock




32 32 050 - Removing and installing/replacing lock cylinder for steering lock (up to 09/05)





Special tools required:
- 32 3 110 32 3 110 Releasing Tool





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Insert ignition key into lock cylinder in such a way that release opening (arrow) remains accessible.
Turn ignition key to "R" position.
Insert special tool 32 3 110 32 3 110 Releasing Tool into release opening (arrow) until end cap (1) is released.
Slide end cap (1) to ignition key and remove with special tool 32 3 110 32 3 110 Releasing Tool.
Pull out lock cylinder with end cap (1) and ignition key, turn ignition key forward and back if necessary.

Installation:
Insert lock cylinder with end cap (1) and ignition key into steering column.
Align end cap (1) by way of opening to steering column and press into place.
Turn ignition key to "zero" position and remove.