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Installation Procedure

    Fig 1: Aligning Gear In The Ignition Switch
    GM1413832Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
    NOTE: The gears between the ignition/start switch and the ignition lock cylinder case must be in the correct position. Failure to do so will cause a misalignment of the gears in the ignition/start switch and the ignition lock cylinder case, which may result in a NO START or BATTERY DRAIN.
  1. Verify the alignment of the gear (1) in the ignition and start switch (2). If the gear (1) is not in the position shown then turn the gear in the ignition and start switch (2) until you reach the correct position.
  2. Fig 2: Using Screwdriver To Rotate The Lock Cylinder Housing Gear
    GM1413833Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
    NOTE: In order to reach a stop while rotating the ignition lock cylinder case gear you MUST push and hold in the solenoid on the electric park lock.
  3. Use a screwdriver to rotate the ignition lock cylinder case gear counterclockwise until it hits the stop.
  4. Connect the electrical connector to the ignition and start switch.
  5. Fig 3: Inserting Ignition Switch Into The Lock Cylinder Housing
    GM1413834Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  6. Insert the ignition and start switch into the ignition lock cylinder case. The tabs (2) on the ignition/start switch MUST be seated inside the ignition lock cylinder case (1) for proper installation.
  7. Fig 4: Using Screwdriver To Rotate Lock Cylinder Housing Gear
    GM1413835Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  8. Use a screwdriver to rotate the ignition lock cylinder case gear clockwise to the START position allowing it to spring return into the RUN position.
  9. Connect the passlock and key buzzer to the ignition lock cylinder case.
  10. Install the theft deterrent module. Refer to Theft Deterrent Module Replacement .