Ignition Switch: Removal

The ignition switch attaches to the lock cylinder housing on the end opposite the lock cylinder. For ignition switch terminal and circuit identification, refer to SYSTEM WIRING DIAGRAMS .

1. Disconnect negative cable from battery.
2. Remove the Knee Blocker Airbag, (Refer to AIR BAG RESTRAINT SYSTEMS ).
3. Remove the Instrument Panel Center Bezel, (Refer to INSTRUMENT PANEL CENTER BEZEL )
4. Remove the 2 switch mounting nuts (Fig 1).
   Fig 1: Identifying Switch In Dash

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5. Loosen the rear mounting nut (Fig 2).
   Fig 2: Identifying Components Of Ignition Switch Assembly

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6. Slide the assembly rearward.
   Fig 3: Identifying SKREAM Module And Ignition Switch

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7. Disconnect the electrical connector from the ignition Switch and SKREAM Module (Fig 3).
8. Remove the interlock cable by depressing the locking tab and pulling straight out (Fig 4).
   Fig 4: Identifying Retaining Tab For Interlock Cable

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9. Interlocking cable removed (Fig 5).
   Fig 5: Removing Interlock Cable

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10. Remove ignition switch mounting screws (Fig 6).
    Fig 6: Identifying Ignition Key Housing And Switch

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11. Squeeze the 2 locking tabs to remove ignition switch from the lockhousing (Fig 6).