Inspection& Replacement

Inspect steering lock operation. Check that the steering lock mechanism operates properly. See Fig 1.

Fig 1: Inspecting Steering Lock Operation.
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NOTE: Make sure the key is at the ACC position.

Fig 2: Replacing Key Cylinder

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If necessary, replace key cylinder. Place the ignition key at the ACC position. Push down the stop pin with a screwdriver, and pull out the cylinder. Install a new cylinder. See Fig 2.
Inspect ignition switch. Inspect key unlock warning switch. See STEERING COLUMN SWITCHES article in ACCESSORIES & ELECTRICAL.
If necessary, replace ignition switch with key unlock warning switch. Remove the 2 screws. Install a new switch with the 2 screws.
Inspect key interlock solenoid. If necessary, replace key interlock solenoid. Remove the 2 screws. Remove the solenoid, spring and lock pin. Install a new solenoid with the spring and lock pin, with the 2 screws. See Fig 3.

Fig 3: Inspecting Key Interlock Solenoid
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If necessary, replace bushing. Using a screwdriver, remove the bushing from the column lower tube. Coat a new bushing with molybdenum disulfide lithium base grease. Align the holes of the tube and projections of the bushings. See Fig 4.

Fig 4: Replacing The Bushings