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Ignition Key Lock: Replacement

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2011 Subaru Tribeca. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
  1. Disconnect the ground cable from battery.
  2. Remove the steering column. Refer to TILT STEERING COLUMN REMOVAL, Tilt Steering Column.
  3. Secure the steering column in a vise. Remove the bolt with a drill.
    Fig 1: Drilling Steering Column In Vise
    G05672197Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
  4. Remove the ignition key lock.
  5. Using a new bolt, tighten the bolts (until the bolt head is wrenched off).
Fig 2: Identifying Ignition Key Lock And Bolts
G05672198Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.