Ignition Switch: Service and Repair

IGNITION (Main) SWITCH

Inspection
1) Disconnect negative (-) cable at battery.
2) Disable air bag system.
3) Disconnect main switch lead wire connectors from junction/fuse block and air bag harness.





Checking continuity between terminals
Use a circuit tester to check the continuity at each switch position.
If any continuity is not obtained,replace main switch.

REMOVAL
1. Disconnect negative battery cable.
2. Disable air bag system. Refer to Air Bags and Seat Belts.





3. Remove steering column.





4. Using center punch as shown, loosen and remove steering lock mounting bolts. Use care not to damage aluminum part of steering lock body with center punch.
5. Turn ignition key to "ACC" or "ON" position and remove steering lock assembly from steering column.

INSTALLATION





1. Position oblong hole of steering shaft in the center of hole in column.
2. Turn ignition key to "ACC" or "ON" position and install steering lock assembly onto column.
3. Now turn ignition key to "LOCK" position and pull it out.





4. Align hub on lock with oblong hole of steering shaft and rotate shaft to assure that steering shaft is locked.





5. Tighten two new bolts until head of each bolt is broken off.
6. Turn ignition key to "ACC" or "ON" position and check to be sure that steering shaft rotates smoothly. Also check for lock operation.
7. Install steering column to vehicle.
8. Connect negative battery cable.
9. Enable air bag system. Refer to Air Bags and Seat Belts.