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Ignition Switch: Service and Repair

Ignition (Main) Switch

Removal
1. Disconnect negative (-) cable at battery.
2. Disable air bag system referring to "Disabling Air Bag System:".
3. Remove steering column referring to "Steering Column Removal and Installation:". And then remove steering lock/main switch from steering column referring to "Steering Lock Assembly (Ignition Switch) Removal and Installation:".

Installation
1. Install steering lock/main switch and steering column referring to "Steering Lock Assembly (Ignition Switch) Removal and Installation:".
2. Install steering column referring to "Steering Column Removal and Installation:".
3. Enable air bag system referring to "Enabling Air Bag System:".

NOTE: When installing steering column, special care must be used for tightening sequence and each torque.