Ignition System (Service Information): Switch-Ignition: 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 appropriate SYSTEM WIRING DIAGRAMS articles.

Fig 1: Ignition Switch Assembly

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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. Insert ignition switch into lock housing until locking tabs are seated into openings on lock housing.
2. Install ignition switch mounting screw.
   Fig 2: Locating Interlock Cable

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   1 - Retaining Tab for Cable

   Fig 3: Removing/Installing Interlocking Cable

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3. Install the interlock cable into the switch assembly.
   Fig 4: Ignition Key Housing and Switch

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4. Attach electrical connector to SKREEM Module.
   Fig 5: Removing/Installing Switch Module Connector

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5. Install switch assembly into Instrument Panel.
   Fig 6: Disconnecting/Connecting Switch Module Connector

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6. Attach electrical connector to ignition switch.
   Fig 7: Removing/Installing Nuts At Ignition Switch Assembly

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7. Tighten the 2 mounting nuts.
   Fig 8: Removing/Installing Lower Mounting Nut

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8. Tighten the lower mounting nut.
   Fig 9: Removing/Installing Instrument Panel Steering Column Cover Reinforcement

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9. Install steering column reinforcement.
   Fig 10: Locating Instrument Panel Steering Column Cover Reinforcement

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10. Steering column reinforcement installed.
    Fig 11: Removing/Installing Side Trim Panel

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11. Install the Steering column reinforcement cover.
12. Install trim panel end.
    Fig 12: Removing/Installing Instrument Panel Center Bezel

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13. Install the Bezel cluster.
    Fig 13: Installing Ignition Switch Bezel Ring

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14. Install the ignition switch bezel ring.
15. Connect the negative battery cable.