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Ignition Key Lock: Disassembly

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  1. Remove the immobilizer antenna assembly. Ref. to SECURITY AND LOCKS>IMMOBILIZER ANTENNA>REMOVAL 
  2. Release the claws, and pull the key warning switch downwards to remove.
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  3. Remove the screws, and remove the key interlock module.
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  4. Remove the key lock assembly.
    1. Insert the key into the key lock assembly, and turn the key to the ACC position.
    2. Release the lock by inserting a flat tip screwdriver from the steering lock frame hole (A).
    3. Pull the key lock assembly until the key lock assembly claws touch the steering lock frame stopper (B).
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    4. Insert a flat tip screwdriver from the steering lock frame hole (C), and release the claws to pull out the key lock assembly.
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  5. Release the claws and remove the ignition switch assembly.
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