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Installation Procedure

    Fig 1: Identifying Theft Deterrent Exciter Module
    GM639144Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  1. Code the ignition lock cylinder, if necessary. Refer to Key and Lock Cylinder Coding .
  2. Slide the theft deterrent reader/exciter module (3) onto the ignition lock cylinder housing. Verify that the retainers (1,2) are engaged.
  3. Insert the key to the lock cylinder.
  4. Fig 2: Ignition Switch Rotor & Lock Cylinder (Pontiac)
    GM1055856Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  5. Turn the key to the ON/RUN position. Install the ignition lock cylinder into the ignition switch.

    If you turned the key slightly while removing the lock cylinder, you may have to align the white ignition switch rotor (1) with the lock cylinder (2). You can rotate the switch rotor with your finger.

  6. Remove the key.
  7. Position the ignition switch to the I/P trim pad.
  8. Fig 3: Ignition Switch Bolts
    GM519619Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
    NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice .
  9. Install the ignition switch bolts.

    Tighten:  Tighten the bolts to 10 N.m (89 lb in).

  10. Install the I/P driver knee bolster. Refer to Driver Knee Bolster Replacement .
  11. Install the I/P steering column opening filler panel. Refer to Steering Column Opening Filler Replacement .
  12. Install the left I/P insulator. Refer to Instrument Panel Insulator Panel Replacement - Left Side .
  13. Install the I/P accessory trim plate. Refer to Instrument Panel Accessory Trim Plate Replacement .
  14. Fig 4: Identifying Ignition Cylinder Bezel
    GM910510Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  15. Install the ignition switch bezel.
  16. Connect the battery ground cable. Refer to Battery Negative Cable Disconnection and Connection (L26) or Battery Negative Cable Disconnection and Connection (LS4) .