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For 1990-2009 cars only

Removal Procedure


    Object Number: 375970  Size: SH

    Caution: This vehicle is equipped with a Supplemental Restraint System (SRS). Failure to follow the correct procedure could cause the following conditions:

       • Air bag deployment
       • Personal injury
       • Unnecessary SRS system repairs
    In order to avoid the above conditions, observe the following guidelines:
       • Refer to SRS Component Views in order to determine if you are performing service on or near the SRS components or the SRS wiring.
       • If you are performing service on or near the SRS components or the SRS wiring, disable the SRS system. Refer to Disabling the SRS System in SRS.

  1. Disable the SRS system. Refer to Disabling the SRS in SRS.
  2. Remove the upper and lower steering column trim covers. Refer to Steering Column Trim Cover Replacement - On Vehicle .
  3. Turn the ignition lock cylinder to the start position.
  4. Using an awl, insert the tip into the ignition lock cylinder access hole (1).
  5. Push down and hold the ignition lock cylinder retaining pin.
  6. Release the ignition lock cylinder to the run position.
  7. Remove the ignition lock cylinder by pulling the ignition lock cylinder away from the steering column (2).

Installation Procedure


    Object Number: 375970  Size: SH
  1. Install the ignition lock cylinder to the steering column (2) by performing the following procedure:
  2. 1.1. Align the positioning locking tab slot on the lock module assembly to the positioning tab on the ignition lock cylinder.
    1.2. Push the lock cylinder in until the locking tab locks in the lock module assembly.
  3. Install the upper and lower steering column trim covers. Refer to Steering Column Trim Cover Replacement - On Vehicle .
  4. Enable the SRS system. Refer to Enabling the SRS in SRS.
  5. Perform the Passlock learn procedure. Refer to PASSLOCK Reprogramming Auto Learn in Theft Deterrent.