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Ignition Switch: Service and Repair






Steering Column Switch

Ignition Switch

CAUTION!
When disconnecting and connecting battery, the procedure must be followed as described in the repair information. Refer to=> [ Battery, Disconnecting and Connecting ] Battery, Disconnecting and Connecting

Removing

- Disconnect battery. Refer to => [ Battery, Disconnecting and Connecting ] Battery, Disconnecting and Connecting.

- Remove driver's side airbag Removal and Installation.

- Remove the steering wheel

- Remove steering column trim.

- Disconnect harness connector - 2 - from ignition/starter switch - 1 -.





- Release ignition/starter switch using a small screwdriver - arrows -.

- Pull out ignition/starter switch - 1 - from steering lock housing.

Installing

- Insert ignition/starter switch into steering lock housing until it engages audibly.

- Insert ignition key into lock cylinder and turn it into position " Drive".





Key must be located in "Drive" position.

Key positions of lock cylinder:

1 Position "Off"
2 Position "Run"
3 Position "Start"

- Install all components in reverse order of removal.