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Ignition Key Lock

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  1. Disconnect ground cable from battery.
  2. Remove steering column. For removal procedure, see appropriate article on STEERING COLUMN.
  3. Secure the steering column in a vise. Remove the bolt with a drill. See Fig 1 .
  4. Remove the ignition key lock.
  5. Use a new torn bolt. Tighten the torn bolt to the end of the thread. See Fig 2 .
Fig 1: Removing Steering Column Bolt
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Fig 2: Removing Ignition Key Lock
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