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Ignition Switch: Service and Repair



Ignition and Start Switch Replacement

Removal Procedure

1. Remove the instrument panel (I/P) cluster.
2. Remove the knee bolster.
3. Remove the I/P center trim panel.
4. Remove the ignition switch wire harness connector.
5. Remove the theft deterrent module wire harness connector.
6. Remove the ignition switch lock cylinder.
7. Disconnect the park lock cable at the ignition switch.
8. Remove the ignition switch at the I/P screws.




9. Remove the ignition switch assembly.
10. Remove the ignition switch bracket screws.
11. Remove the theft deterrent control module.




12. Remove the ignition switch bracket.

Installation Procedure




1. Install the ignition switch bracket.
2. Install the theft deterrent control module.

Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice.

3. Install the ignition switch bracket screws.

Tighten the screws to 5 N.m (44 lb in).




4. Install the ignition switch.
5. Tighten the ignition switch screws.

Tighten the screws to 2.5 N.m (22 lb in).

6. Connect the park lock cable at the ignition switch.
7. Install the theft deterrent module wire harness connector.
8. Install the ignition switch wire harness connector.
9. Install the ignition switch lock cylinder.
10. Install the I/P center trim panel.
11. Install the knee bolster.
12. Install the I/P cluster.