Ignition Key Lock: Disassembly

Remove the immobilizer antenna assembly or the ignition switch illumination.

Disconnect the connector.

Release two claws using a flat tip screwdriver or similar tool wrapped with a protection tape, and remove the immobilizer antenna assembly or the ignition switch illumination.

CAUTION: Do not apply excessive force to disengage the lock of immobilizer antenna assembly. Otherwise they may be broken because those parts are the products made of a plastic.

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Release the claws, and pull the key warning switch downwards to remove.

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Remove the screws and remove the key lock solenoid.

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Replace the key cylinder.

Insert the key into the key cylinder, and turn the key to the ACC position.

Insert a flat tip screwdriver from the steering lock frame hole (A), and pull the key cylinder until the key cylinder claws touch the steering lock frame stopper (B).

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Insert a flat tip screwdriver from the steering lock frame hole (A), and release the claws to pull out the key cylinder.

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Release the claws and remove the ignition switch assembly.

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