Ignition Switch: Installation
- Position lock cylinder in "OFF" position. Move switch slider to extreme left position and back off 2 detents to the right.
- On standard column models, position rod into slider hole. Fasten switch to steering column, being careful not to move slider out of detent.
- On tilt column models, position actuator rod into slider hole and install switch on steering column. Move switch down on steering column to remove actuator rod free play. Tighten attaching screws.CAUTION: When tightening screws, do not move switch from detent position.
Position switch in "LOCK" (second detent from top). Place switch at right angles to column and insert push rod. Align switch on bracket and tighten screws. Reinstall connector and connect battery cable. Check switch for proper operation.
- On standard columns, place ignition switch on ignition rod and rotate 90° to lock rod into place. Install 2 screws and tighten to specifications.
- On tilt steering columns, place ignition in "ACC" position by holding switch in left hand and actuator rod in right hand. Move slider to extreme left ("ACC" position).
- Fit actuator rod into slider and mount switch to column using 2 retaining screws. Push down lightly to remove lash in actuator rod, then tighten mounting screws to specifications.
- Set switch to "ON" position. Set lock cylinder to "ON" position (about 90° from "LOCK" position). Install switch onto actuator rod. Align switch and column mounting holes.
- Install new break-off head bolts and tighten until bolt heads break off. Connect wiring harness to switch. Check operation of switch and lock cylinder. Replace shrouds and battery ground cable.
- Place lock cylinder in "OFF" position. Place switch in "OFF" position by moving selector to top of switch and then backing off 2 detents.
- On standard column models, fit actuator rod into slider hole. Install switch onto steering column and tighten attaching bolts.
- On tilt or telescope columns, install switch and lightly push switch down on column to take up free play in actuator rod. Tighten attaching screws, connect wiring harness and check operation of switch.