Ignition Switch: Removal

The ignition switch attaches to the lock cylinder housing on the end opposite the lock cylinder. See Fig 1. For ignition switch terminal and circuit identification, refer to SYSTEM WIRING DIAGRAMS .

Fig 1: Ignition Switch-Viewed From Below Column

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1. Remove the air cleaner lid, disconnect the inlet air temperature sensor and makeup air hose.
2. Disconnect negative cable from battery.
3. Place key cylinder in RUN position. Through the hole in the lower shroud, depress lock cylinder retaining tab and remove key cylinder. See Fig 2.
   Fig 2: Steering Column Shrouds

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   1 - SCREW ACCESS HOLE

   2 - TAB ACCESS HOLE

   3 - LOWER SHROUD

4. Remove upper and lower shrouds from steering column.
5. Disconnect electrical connectors from ignition switch. See Fig 3.
   Fig 3: Ignition Switch

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   1 - IGNITION SWITCH

6. Remove the 2 screws on the top of the multi-function switch and relocate. See Fig 4 .
   Fig 4: Multi-Function Switch

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7. Remove ignition switch mounting screw with a #10 Torx(R) bit. See Fig 5.
   Fig 5: Ignition Switch Mounting Screw

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8. Pull ignition switch from steering column. See Fig 6 .

Fig 6: Removing Ignition Switch

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