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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCHEVROLET2013CRUZE L4-1.4L TURBOREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISSTARTING AND CHARGINGSTARTING SYSTEMIGNITION SWITCHIGNITION SWITCH LOCK CYLINDERSERVICE AND REPAIRREMOVAL AND REPLACEMENT
2013 Chevrolet Cruze L4-1.4L Turbo
Removal and Replacement
2013 Chevrolet Cruze L4-1.4L TurboSECTION Removal and Replacement
Ignition Lock Cylinder Replacement
Removal Procedure
1. Disconnect the battery negative cable. Refer to Battery Negative Cable Disconnection and Connection Battery Negative Cable Disconnection and Connection.
2. Remove the steering column lower trim cover. Refer to Steering Column Lower Trim Cover Replacement Steering Column Lower Trim Cover Replacement.
3. Insert the key into the ignition lock cylinder and turn the key to the RUN position.
4. Depress the retainer through the lock housing access hole (1) with a small Allen wrench or similar pick-type tool.
5. Remove the ignition lock cylinder from the lock housing.
Installation Procedure
1. If you are installing a new ignition lock cylinder, code the lock cylinder. Refer to Key and Lock Cylinder Coding Procedures.
2. Turn the key to the RUN position and insert ignition lock cylinder into the lock housing.
3. Turn the key to the LOCK position and remove the key from the ignition lock cylinder.
4. Install the steering column lower trim cover. Refer to Steering Column Lower Trim Cover Replacement Steering Column Lower Trim Cover Replacement.
5. Connect the battery negative cable. Refer to Battery Negative Cable Disconnection and Connection Battery Negative Cable Disconnection and Connection.
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.