Ignition Switch: Service and Repair

Fig. 9 Replacing Ignition Switch:

Fig. 10 Removing Airbag Clock Spring Connector:

Fig. 11 Removing Upper & Lower Column Covers:

1. Disable airbag system as described under MAINTENANCE PROCEDURES/AIRBAG SYSTEM DISARMING.
2. Remove ignition switch or lock cylinder in numbered sequence shown in Fig. 9, noting the following:
a. Remove steering wheel as outlined under STEERING WHEEL.
b. To remove the clock spring connector from the airbag module, force the lock outward and pry it with a suitable screwdriver as shown in Fig. 10. Ensure no undue force is applied when connector is removed. The removed airbag module should be stored in a clean, dry, flat place with pad cover facing up.
c. Remove upper and lower steering column cover screws then remove covers ensuring not to break cover grippers, Fig. 11.
d. Insert ignition key into ignition lock cylinder and turn to ACC position.

Fig. 7 Removing Lock Cylinder:

e. Press down lockpin using a suitable Phillips head screwdriver to remove lock cylinder, Fig. 7.
3. Reverse numbered sequence shown in Fig. 9 to assemble, noting the following:
a. Line up the ``NEUTRAL'' mark of the clock spring with the mating mark to center clock spring. If clock spring is not centered, problems such as intermediate failure of the steering wheel to turn or broken ribbon cable in the clock spring could occur. As a result, they might hinder proper operation of the SRS, resulting in serious injury.
b. Rearm airbag system as outlined under MAINTENANCE PROCEDURES/AIRBAG SYSTEM DISARMING.