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Ignition Key Lock: Disassembly

  1. Remove the immobilizer antenna assembly or the ignition switch illumination. Ref. to REMOVAL , Immobilizer Antenna.
  2. Release the claws, and pull the key warning switch downwards to remove.
    Fig 1: Key Warning Switch Claws
    G11572132Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
  3. Remove the screws and remove the key lock solenoid.
    Fig 2: Locating Key Lock Solenoid Screws
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  4. Replace the key cylinder.
    1. Insert the key into the key cylinder, and turn the key to the ACC position.
    2. Insert a flat tip screwdriver from the steering lock frame hole (A), and pull the key cylinder until the key cylinder claws touch the steering lock frame stopper (B).
      Fig 3: Inserting Flat Tip Screwdriver From Steering Lock Frame Hole
      G11572134Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
    3. Insert a flat tip screwdriver from the steering lock frame hole (A), and release the claws to pull out the key cylinder.
    Fig 4: Pulling Out Key Cylinder
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  5. Release the claws and remove the ignition switch assembly.
Fig 5: Ignition Switch Assembly Claws
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