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Ignition Switch: Removal

  1. Remove the lower instrument panel cover. See BODY article.
  2. Remove the instrument cluster. See INSTRUMENT CLUSTER article.
  3. Remove the transponder coil from the lock cylinder by removing the top section of the instrument panel. See BODY article.
  4. Insert a plastic wedge directly between the ignition switch cover sleeve and the transponder coil. Press the transponder coil off of the ignition switch cover sleeve with a plastic wedge.
  5. Disconnect the 2-pin connector for the transponder coil from the RKE control module.
    6. CAUTION: The steering lock and lock cylinder can only be fitted in lock cylinder position "1". NEVER turn the steering lock when the ignition/starter switch is not fitted.
    Fig 1: Removing Ignition Switch
    G01859056Courtesy of DAIMLERCHRYSLER CORP.
  6. Remove the key cylinder. See KEY/LOCK CYLINDER  .
  7. Disconnect the connector (8) from the warning buzzer contact.
  8. Disconnect the connector (1) from the ignition/starter switch.
  9. On vehicles with automatic transmission, remove the parking lock interlock cable (7).
  10. Release the clamp (9), press in locking pin and pull the steering lock (6) out of the steering column.
    NOTE: The ignition switch must not be turned out of position "1" when the ignition/starter switch is not fitted, otherwise the steering lock is locked permanently
  11. Remove the ignition switch (2).
  12. Remove the washer (3) and parking lock valve (4).
  13. Remove the warning buzzer (8) contact and switch.
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