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Ignition Key Lock: Replacement

CAUTION:
  • Before handling the airbag system components, refer to "CAUTION" of "General Description" in "AIRBAG SYSTEM". Ref. to AIRBAG SYSTEM>General Description>CAUTION .
  • Do not allow harness and connectors to interfere or get tangled up with other parts.
  • If the steering wheel and steering angle sensor (steering roll connector) are removed, perform "VSC (VDC) Centering Mode" of the VDC. Ref. to VEHICLE DYNAMICS CONTROL (VDC)>VDC Control Module and Hydraulic Control Unit (VDC CONTROL MODULE & H/U)>ADJUSTMENT>VDC SENSOR MIDPOINT SETTING MODE .
  1. Disconnect the ground cable from battery and wait for at least 60 seconds before starting work. Ref. to REPAIR CONTENTS>NOTE>BATTERY .
  2. Remove the cover assembly - instrument panel LWR driver. Ref. to EXTERIOR/INTERIOR TRIM>Instrument Panel Lower Cover>REMOVAL .
  3. Remove the knee airbag module. Ref. to AIRBAG SYSTEM>Knee Airbag Module>REMOVAL .
  4. Remove the column assembly - steering. Ref. to POWER ASSISTED SYSTEM (POWER STEERING)>Steering Column>REMOVAL .
  5. Remove the ignition key lock.
    1. Secure the column assembly - steering in a vise.
    2. Use the reverse tap and drill to remove the set bolt and remove the ignition key lock.
      G11246353Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
  6. Install the ignition key lock.
    1. Secure the ignition key lock to the column assembly - steering.
      CAUTION: When installing the ignition key lock, confirm that the fitting portion of the ignition key lock is properly engaged with the opening portion of the column shaft.
      G12399049Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
    2. Use new set bolts. Tighten the bolt until the bolt head is broken (bolt head wrenched off).
  7. Install the column assembly - steering. Ref. to POWER ASSISTED SYSTEM (POWER STEERING)>Steering Column>INSTALLATION .
  8. Install the knee airbag module. Ref. to AIRBAG SYSTEM>Knee Airbag Module>INSTALLATION .
  9. Install the cover assembly - instrument panel LWR driver.
  10. Connect the battery ground terminal. Ref. to REPAIR CONTENTS>NOTE>BATTERY .
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