Ignition Switch: Installation

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. A tab on the ignition switch indexes to a notch in the lock cylinder housing. Also, a slot in the end of the ignition switch fits over the shaft in the end of the lock cylinder housing. Use the ignition key to rotate the lock cylinder to align the ignition switch with lock cylinder housing.
2. Tighten the mounting screw, refer to the TORQUE  chart for specification.
3. Attach electrical connector to SKREEM Module.
4. Attach electrical connector to ignition switch.
5. Install the interlock cable into the switch assembly. See Figure.
6. Install switch assembly into Instrument Panel. See Fig 1. Make sure that the rear mounting nut is in the correct position. See Figure and Figure.
   Fig 1: DASH MOUNTING

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7. Tighten the 3 mounting nuts, refer to the TORQUE  chart for torque specification.
8. Install the Instrument Panel Center Bezel, (Refer to BODY/INSTRUMENT PANEL/INSTRUMENT PANEL CENTER BEZEL - INSTALLATION) .
9. Install the Knee Blocker Airbag, (Refer to ELECTRICAL/RESTRAINTS/KNEE BLOCKER AIRBAG - INSTALLATION) .
10. Connect the negative battery cable.