Ignition Key Lock: Replacement

CAUTION:

Before handling the airbag system components, refer to "CAUTION" of "General Description" in "AIRBAG SYSTEM". Ref. to AIRBAG SYSTEM>General Description>CAUTION .
If the steering wheel and steering angle sensor (steering roll connector) are removed, perform "VSC (VDC) Centering Mode" of the VDC. Ref. to VEHICLE DYNAMICS CONTROL (VDC)>VDC Control Module and Hydraulic Control Unit (VDCCM&H/U)>ADJUSTMENT>VDC SENSOR MIDPOINT SETTING MODE .

Disconnect the ground cable from battery and wait for at least 60 seconds before starting work. Ref. to NOTE>NOTE>BATTERY .
NOTE: For model with battery sensor, disconnect the ground terminal from battery sensor.
Remove the cover assembly - instrument panel LWR driver. Ref. to EXTERIOR/INTERIOR TRIM>Instrument Panel Lower Cover>REMOVAL .
Remove the knee airbag module. Ref. to AIRBAG SYSTEM>Knee Airbag Module>REMOVAL .
Remove the universal joint assembly - steering. Ref. to POWER ASSISTED SYSTEM (POWER STEERING)>Universal Joint>REMOVAL .
Remove the column assembly - steering. Ref. to POWER ASSISTED SYSTEM (POWER STEERING)>Steering Column>REMOVAL .

Remove the ignition key lock.

Use the reverse tap or drill to remove the set bolt and remove the ignition key lock.

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Install the ignition key lock.
1. Secure the ignition key lock to the column assembly - steering.
2. Use new set bolts. Tighten the bolt until the bolt head is broken (bolt head wrenched off).
Connect the battery ground terminal. Ref. to NOTE>NOTE>BATTERY .