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Ignition Key Lock: Replacement

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2006 Subaru Forester. 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. <Ref. to REMOVAL Tilt Steering Column . >
  3. Secure the steering column in a vise. Remove the bolt with a drill.
    Fig 1: Removing Bolt With Drill
    G05004398Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
  4. Remove the ignition starter and steering lock.
  5. Use a new fixer bolt. Tighten the fixer bolt to the bolt head wrenched off.
Fig 2: Tightening Fixer Bolt
G05004399Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.