Key/Lock Cylinder: Removal

The lock cylinder is inserted in the end of the housing opposite the ignition switch. The ignition key rotates the cylinder to 5 different detentes:

1. Accessory
2. Off (lock)
3. Unlock
4. On/Run
5. Start

Fig 1: Ignition Lock Cylinder Detent Positions

Courtesy of DAIMLERCHRYSLER CORP.

1. Disconnect negative cable from battery.
2. Place key cylinder in RUN position. Through the hole in the lower shroud, depress lock cylinder retaining tab and remove key cylinder.