Ignition Lock Cylinder Control Solenoid Replacement

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2008 Pontiac G5 and 2008 Chevrolet Cobalt. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Fig 1: View Of Ignition Lock Cylinder Control Solenoid & Fasteners

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Callout	Component Name
Preliminary Procedures Remove the steering wheel. Refer to Steering Wheel Replacement . Remove the steering column trim covers. Refer to Steering Column Trim Covers Replacement .
1	Ignition Lock Cylinder Solenoid Bolt (Qty: 2) NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice . Tighten: 2 N.m (18 lb in)
2	Ignition Lock Cylinder Solenoid Procedure: Disconnect any electrical connectors as needed. Tip: A new ignition lock cylinder solenoid consists of only the solenoid and spring. Do not attempt to remove any roll pins retaining the plunger mechanism. If the plunger mechanism exhibits any signs of damage or wear then replacement of the ignition lock cylinder case will be necessary.

Callout

Component Name

Preliminary Procedures

Remove the steering wheel. Refer to Steering Wheel Replacement .
Remove the steering column trim covers. Refer to Steering Column Trim Covers Replacement .

Ignition Lock Cylinder Solenoid Bolt (Qty: 2)

NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice .

Tighten: 2 N.m (18 lb in)

Ignition Lock Cylinder Solenoid
Procedure:
Disconnect any electrical connectors as needed.
Tip: A new ignition lock cylinder solenoid consists of only the solenoid and spring. Do not attempt to remove any roll pins retaining the plunger mechanism. If the plunger mechanism exhibits any signs of damage or wear then replacement of the ignition lock cylinder case will be necessary.