Ignition Switch Removal/Installation

1. Disconnect the negative battery cable.
2. Remove the column cover. (See COLUMN COVER REMOVAL/INSTALLATION .)
3. Press tabs A in the direction of the arrow (1) shown in the figure and pull the ignition switch in the direction of the arrow (2).
   Fig 1: Locating Ignition Switch Tabs

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4. Pull the pin in the direction of the arrow shown in the figure and release the lock.
   Fig 2: Pulling Pin To Release Lock

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5. Pull the connector in the direction of the arrow (4) shown in the figure and remove it while pressing tab B in the direction of the arrow (3).
6. Remove the ignition switch.
7. Install in the reverse order of removal.

Fig 3: Removing Connector

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