Ignition Lock: Service and Repair

Fig. 3 Lock cylinder removal. Type 1:

Fig. 4 Lock cylinder removal. Type 2:

1. Remove turn signal switch as outlined previously.
2. Turn ignition to "ON" position, then remove key warning buzzer and contacts using a needlenose pliers. Do not attempt to remove switch and contacts separately, as contacts may fall into steering column.
3. On models equipped with Type 1 lock cylinder, turn ignition to OFF-LOCK (tilt column) or two detents clockwise from OFF-LOCK (standard column) position, then depress retaining tab and pull lock cylinder from steering column. The retaining tab is accessible through the slot adjacent to the turn signal switch mounting boss.
4. On models equipped with Type 2 lock cylinder, turn ignition to On position, then remove lock cylinder retaining screw and pull lock from column.
5. On all models, to install lock cylinder, insert key into lock, then hold cylinder sleeve and rotate key clockwise until key stops. Insert lock cylinder into housing bore, ensuring cylinder tab is aligned with keyway in housing. Push cylinder inward until it bottoms in housing, then rotate key counterclockwise until drive section of cylinder mates with sector.
6. On models equipped with Type 1 lock cylinder, push cylinder in fully until retaining tab engages housing groove.
7. On models equipped with Type 2 lock cylinder, push cylinder inward until it bottoms, then install lock retaining screw. Torque retaining screw to 40 inch lbs.