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- Posted on Feb 13, 2009
Re: car was stolen broke the ignition
REMOVAL
- On models equipped with airbag, disarm airbag as described under MAINTENANCE PROCEDURES/AIRBAG SYSTEM DISARMING.
- On all models, disconnect battery ground cable.
- Remove ignition switch as described under STARTING AND CHARGING SYSTEMS/COMPONENT REPLACEMENT AND REPAIR PROCEDURES/IGNITION SWITCH.
- Remove key light case from lock body, if equipped.
- On 1989 Accord models, place ignition lock cylinder in the ACC position.
- On except 1989 Accord, place ignition lock in the I position.
- On all models, position suitable punch into hole on lock cylinder housing and depress pin, then remove lock cylinder from housing.
INSTALLATION
- On 1989 Accord models, install ignition lock cylinder as follows:
- Place ignition lock cylinder in the LOCK position.
- Rotate key until it is almost at the ACC position, then insert lock cylinder until pin contacts housing.
- Rotate key to ACC position, then push pin in and insert lock cylinder into housing until pin clicks into place.
- On except 1989 Accord, install ignition lock cylinder as follows:
- Place ignition lock cylinder in the O position.
- Rotate key until it is almost at the I position, then insert lock cylinder until pin contacts housing.
- Rotate key to I position, then push pin in and insert lock cylinder into housing until pin clicks into place.
- Install ignition switch and connect battery ground cable.
SRS wire harness is routed near the ignition switch.
CAUTION:
- All SRS electrical wiring harnesses are covered with yellow outer insulation.
- Before disconnecting the SRS wire harness, install the short connector on the airbag.
- Replace the entire affected SRS harness assembly if it has an open circuit or damaged wiring.
IGNITION SWITCH
- Remove the steering wheel, then remove the steering column covers.
- Disconnect the 7-P connector from the under-dash fuse box.
- Insert the key and turn it to "0."
- Remove the 2 screws and replace the base of the switch.
I need to replace the ignition key cylindar in my 2000 chevy astro and can't get it out. Help please....
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