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Ignition Switch Key Lock Solenoid (N376)







Ignition Switch Key Lock Solenoid (N376)

The ignition switch key lock solenoid must be mounted next to the ignition switch.

To remove ignition key in vehicles with automatic transmission, always shift selector lever into position "P" and then switch off ignition. Otherwise, ignition switch key lock solenoid prevents the key from being removed!

Removal

- Remove the steering column electronic systems control module (J527). Refer to=> [ Steering Column Electronic Systems Control Module ] Steering Column Electronic Systems Control Module (J527).

- Release the retainer - 2 - with a suitable screwdriver.






- Pull ignition switch key lock solenoid - 1 - in the - direction of the arrow - out of its mount. During this, harness connector is simultaneously disconnected.

Installation

Installation is performed in the reverse order of removal. Note the following:

- After connecting the battery, perform output diagnostic test to activate the ignition switch key lock solenoid. Refer to=> [ Steering Column Electronic Systems Control Module Output Diagnostic Test Mode (DTM) ] Steering Column Electronic Systems Control Module (J527) Output Diagnostic Test Mode (DTM).