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DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
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HOMESERVICE MANUALSHONDA1995PRELUDE L4-2.3L DOHCREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISSTARTING AND CHARGINGSTARTING SYSTEMIGNITION LOCKSERVICE AND REPAIR
1995 Honda Prelude L4-2.3L DOHC
Ignition Lock: Service and Repair
1995 Honda Prelude L4-2.3L DOHCSECTION Service and Repair
1. On models equipped with airbag system, refer to Technician Safety Information for system disarming and arming procedures. On models equipped with radio coded theft protection system, refer to Vehicle Damage Warnings for system disarming and arming procedures.
2. Disconnect battery ground cable.
3. Proceed as follows:
a. Remove dashboard lower cover, left knee bolster and left kick panel.
b. Disconnect 5-P connector from under dash fuse/relay box, then the 3-P connector from main wire harness.
c. Remove steering column covers.
4. Center punch two shear bolts and drill heads off with a 3/16 inch drill bit.
5. Remove shear bolts from switch body. Do not damage switch body when removing shear bolts.
6. Install new steering lock without key inserted.
7. Tighten new shear bolts finger tight, then ensure projection on ignition switch is aligned with hole in steering column.
8. Insert ignition key, then ensure key turns freely and steering wheel lock is operating properly.
9. Tighten shear bolts until hex heads twist off.
10. On models equipped with radio coded theft protection system, refer to Vehicle Damage Warnings for system disarming and arming procedures. On models equipped with airbag system, refer to Technician Safety Information for system disarming and arming procedures.
2. Disconnect battery ground cable.
3. Proceed as follows:
a. Remove dashboard lower cover, left knee bolster and left kick panel.
b. Disconnect 5-P connector from under dash fuse/relay box, then the 3-P connector from main wire harness.
c. Remove steering column covers.
4. Center punch two shear bolts and drill heads off with a 3/16 inch drill bit.
5. Remove shear bolts from switch body. Do not damage switch body when removing shear bolts.
6. Install new steering lock without key inserted.
7. Tighten new shear bolts finger tight, then ensure projection on ignition switch is aligned with hole in steering column.
8. Insert ignition key, then ensure key turns freely and steering wheel lock is operating properly.
9. Tighten shear bolts until hex heads twist off.
10. On models equipped with radio coded theft protection system, refer to Vehicle Damage Warnings for system disarming and arming procedures. On models equipped with airbag system, refer to Technician Safety Information for system disarming and arming procedures.
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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.