Removal and Installation

Disconnect the battery. For additional information, refer to BATTERY, MOUNTING AND CABLES .
Remove the ignition switch lock cylinder.
1. Insert the ignition key into the ignition switch lock cylinder and turn to the RUN position.
2. Push the ignition switch lock cylinder release tab with a punch while pulling out the ignition switch lock cylinder.
Fig 1: Removing Ignition Switch Lock Cylinder
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If equipped, remove the tilt wheel handle.

Fig 2: Locating Tilt Wheel Handle
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Remove the upper and lower steering column shrouds.
1. Remove the screws.
2. Remove the upper and lower steering column shrouds.
Fig 3: Identifying Upper And Lower Steering Column Shrouds & Retainers
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Remove the multifunction switch.
1. Remove the screws.
2. Disconnect the electrical connectors.
3. Remove the multifunction switch.
Fig 4: Removing Multifunction Switch
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To install, reverse the removal procedure.