Steering Lock Assembly (Ignition Switch) Removal And Installation: Installation

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Position oblong hole of steering shaft (2) in the center of hole in steering column assembly (1).

Fig 1: Positioning Steering Shaft Oblong Hole In Center Of Steering Column Assembly Hole
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Turn ignition key to ACC or ON position and install steering lock assembly onto column.
Now turn ignition key to LOCK position and pull it out.
Align hub on lock with oblong hole of steering shaft and rotate shaft to assure that steering shaft is locked.
Tighten new bolts until head of each bolt is broken off.

Fig 2: Positions For Tightening Bolts (Bolt Had Broken Off)
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Turn ignition key to ACC or ON position and check to be sure that steering shaft rotates smoothly. Also check for lock operation.
Install steering column. Refer to STEERING COLUMN ASSEMBLY REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION .