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Ignition Switch Lock Cylinder: Service and Repair



REMOVING AND INSTALLING OR REPLACING STEERING LOCK CYLINDER:




- Insert ignition key in lock and turn lock cylinder to "R" = 60°.
- Push a 1.2 mm (3/64") dia. wire into bore of the cylinder and pull out the lock cylinder.




If There is No Bore in Lock Cylinder:

- Remove Steering wheel.
- Remove steering column casing lower section.
- Disconnect battery ground lead.




- Press down lock with a screwdriver.
- Turn key to point of locking and pull out lock cylinder.