Ignition Switch Removal/Installation

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2004 Mazda 6. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Disconnect the negative battery cable.
Remove the column cover.
Remove in the order indicated in figure.

Fig 1: Removing/Installing Ignition Switch
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Fig 2: Removal Order Of Ignition Switch
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Install in the reverse order of removal.