Ignition Lock Cylinder: Assembly

NOTE: This lock cylinder cannot be disassembled. This procedure is for assembly only.

NOTE: The tumblers required can be determined from the vehicle keycode. If necessary, the factory keycode can be obtained from authorized dealership personnel.

Fig 1: Identifying Key Cut Depths Position

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Select the required tumblers according to the key cut depths for each position from A through F.

NOTE: Make sure that the tumbler and spacer indents align with the locking pin slot.

Fig 2: Locating Ignition Lock Cylinder Tumblers And Spacers Into Ignition Lock Cylinder Barrel

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Install the ignition lock cylinder tumblers and spacers into the ignition lock cylinder barrel as follows:

Assembly Sequence	Component
1	Tumbler for key position F
2	Spacer
3	Tumbler for key position E
4	Spacer
5	Tumbler for key position D
6	Spacer
7	Tumbler for key position C
8	Spacer
9	Tumbler for key position B
10	Spring washer
11	Tumbler for key position A

Using a suitable tool (such as a center punch or chisel), crimp the ignition lock cylinder barrel to secure the tumbler retainer.

Fig 3: Locating Crimp Ignition Lock Cylinder Barrel To Tumbler Retainer
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Apply the multi-purpose grease on the lock cylinder barrel in and around the locking pin slot and in the tumbler retainer.

Fig 4: Locating Multi-Purpose Grease Applying Area On Lock Cylinder Barrel In Around Locking Pin Slot And Tumbler Retainer
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NOTE: Install the key hole shield so that the wider land is covering the keyhole.

Fig 5: Locating Ignition Lock Cylinder Key Hole Shield

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Install the ignition lock cylinder key hole shield
Place the locking pin into the locking pin slot.
Slide the ignition lock cylinder body onto the ignition lock cylinder barrel.
Install the ignition lock cylinder barrel retaining clip.
Install the ignition lock cylinder security clip noting its correct position.

Fig 6: Locating Ignition Lock Cylinder Barrel Retaining Clip
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Spray a small amount of the multi-purpose grease into the key hole.