Ignition Switch: Service and Repair

Ignition/Starter Switch -D-, Removing And Installing

CAUTION:
Before beginning repairs on the electrical system:
- Obtain the anti-theft radio security code.
- Switch off all electrical consumers.
- Switch ignition off and remove ignition key.
- Disconnect negative (-) battery terminal.
- When disconnecting and reconnecting battery terminals, observe all applicable Notes and torque specifications, as well as instructions on performing OBD program and electrical system function checks.

Removing
- Disconnect battery.
- Remove upper and lower steering column switch trim. Removing steering column switches
- Disconnect electrical connector from ignition/starter switch.







- Remove locking paint from threaded holes of securing screws -A-.
- Loosen the two screws -A- slightly and pull ignition/starter switch out from steering lock housing in direction of arrow.

Installing
- Insert ignition/starter switch into steering lock housing.

NOTE: When installing the ignition/starter lock switch ensure that the ignition/starter lock switch and the lock cylinder are in the same position, e.g. "ignition on".

- Tighten screws and seal securing holes with locking paint.
- Reconnect multi-pin connector to ignition/starter switch.
- Reinstall steering column switches, trim and steering wheel.
- Reconnect battery.