Installation Procedure
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2003 Chevrolet Corvette. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Install the ignition switch bezel to the ignition switch lock cylinder.
- Wrap the ignition switch lock cylinder wire around the base of the ignition switch bezel, as noted during removal.
- Align the bezel slots to the lock cylinder pins, then push to secure.
- Insert the ignition lock cylinder, with the key, into the ignition switch.
- Press the ignition lock cylinder into place.
The lock cylinder retaining tab will produce an audible click.
- Check to be sure that the ignition lock cylinder is fully engaged.
Use light force to pull the lock cylinder and attempt to remove it. (The lock cylinder should not be removable.)
- Turn the ignition to OFF, then remove the key.
- Connect the ignition switch lock cylinder electrical connector.
- Install the lock cylinder electrical connector to the retaining tab on the side of the ignition switch.
- Install the driver knee bolster trim panel. Refer to TRIM PANEL REPLACEMENT - KNEE BOLSTER .
- Install the IP accessory trim plate. Refer to TRIM PLATE REPLACEMENT - INSTRUMENT PANEL (I/P) ACCESSORY .
- Install the console. Refer to CONSOLE REPLACEMENT .NOTE: Refer to FASTENER NOTICE in Cautions and Notices.
- Connect the negative battery.
Tighten
Tighten the negative battery cable bolt to 15 N.m (11 lb ft).
- Program the transmitters. Refer to TRANSMITTER PROGRAMMING in Keyless Entry.
- Release the parking brake.
- Inspect the functional operation of the ignition lock cylinder.
- Insert the key and turn the ignition to the various positions, while checking for freedom of movement.
- Attempt to remove the key while the ignition is in each of the positions.
The key should only be removable in the OFF position.