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HOMESERVICE MANUALSDODGE1993COLT L4-1468CC 1.5L SOHCREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISSTARTING AND CHARGINGSTARTING SYSTEMIGNITION SWITCHIGNITION SWITCH LOCK CYLINDERSERVICE AND REPAIR
1993 Dodge Colt L4-1468cc 1.5L SOHC
Ignition Switch Lock Cylinder: Service and Repair
1993 Dodge Colt L4-1468cc 1.5L SOHCSECTION Service and Repair
The heads of the bolts securing the steering lock assembly shear off when the bolts are tightened. Replacement of the steering lock assembly may require that the steering column be removed, as these bolts must be cut or slotted to permit removal with a screwdriver. When the lock assembly is installed, new shear bolts must be used and the bolts should be tightened until the bolt heads twist off.
1. Disconnect battery ground cable, then remove steering wheel, refer to STEERING WHEEL.
2. On Colt Vista models, remove lap heater duct.
3. On Colt and Summit models, remove instrument under cover, then the foot and lap ducts.
4. On all models, remove upper and lower column covers, then the screws attaching combination switch to steering lock.
5. Disconnect steering lock electrical connector, then use a suitable tool to cut grooves in heads of attaching bolts and remove screws using a screwdriver.
6. Remove steering lock.
7. Reverse procedure to install.
1. Disconnect battery ground cable, then remove steering wheel, refer to STEERING WHEEL.
2. On Colt Vista models, remove lap heater duct.
3. On Colt and Summit models, remove instrument under cover, then the foot and lap ducts.
4. On all models, remove upper and lower column covers, then the screws attaching combination switch to steering lock.
5. Disconnect steering lock electrical connector, then use a suitable tool to cut grooves in heads of attaching bolts and remove screws using a screwdriver.
6. Remove steering lock.
7. Reverse procedure to install.
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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.