Ignition Switch: Service and Repair

The ignition key must be in the key cylinder for cylinder removal. The key cylinder must be removed first before removing ignition switch.

CYLINDER REMOVAL
1. Disconnect negative battery cable at battery.
2. If equipped with an automatic transmission, place shifter in PARK position.
3. Rotate key to ON position.

Key Cylinder Release Tang:

4. A release tang is located on bottom of key cylinder.

Key Cylinder And Cover Removal:

5. Position a small screwdriver or pin punch into tang access hole on bottom of steering column lower cover.

Key Cylinder Release Tang:

SWITCH REMOVAL
1. Remove key cylinder. Refer to previous steps.
2. Remove lower steering column cover screws and remove cover.

Ignition Switch Removal/Installation:

3. Remove ignition switch mounting screw. Use tamper proof torx bit (Snap-On� SDMTR10 or equivalent) to remove the screw.

Ignition Switch Lock Tab:

4. Using a small screwdriver, push on locking tab and remove switch from steering column.
5. Disconnect two electrical connectors at rear of ignition switch.

Switch In ON Position:

SWITCH INSTALLATION
1. Before installing ignition switch, rotate the slot in the switch to the ON position.
2. Connect two electrical connectors to rear of ignition switch. Make sure that locking tabs are fully seated into wiring connectors.
3. Position switch to column and install tamper proof screw. Tighten screw to 3 Nm (26 in. lbs.).
4. Install steering column lower cover.

CYLINDER INSTALLATION
1. If equipped with an automatic transmission, place shifter in PARK position.
2. Position key cylinder into steering column as it would normally be in the ON position.
3. Press key cylinder into column until it snaps into position.
4. Check mechanical operation of switch. Automatic Transmission: Be sure transmission lever is locked in PARK position after key removal. If key is difficult to rotate or is difficult to remove, the shift lever-to-steering column cable may be out of adjustment or defective. If key can be removed, release lever mechanism may be defective. Release lever mechanism is not serviced separately. If repair is necessary, the steering column must be replaced.
5. Connect negative cable to battery.
6. Check electrical operation of switch.