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Removal and Installation

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  1. Remove the ignition switch lock cylinder.
    1. Insert the ignition key and turn to the RUN position.
    2. Insert a punch in the access hole of the steering column and press the release tab while pulling out the ignition switch lock cylinder.
      Fig 1: Identifying Ignition Key And Access Hole Of The Steering Column
      G01307540Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  2. Remove the key-in-ignition warning switch.
    1. Pry the clip down.
    2. Push the key-in-ignition warning switch off the rear of the ignition switch lock cylinder.
      Fig 2: Removing Key-In-Ignition Warning Switch
      G01307541Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  3. To install, reverse the removal procedure.
    • Verify ignition switch lock cylinder operation.
      Fig 3: Identifying Ignition Switch Lock Cylinder
      G01307542Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.