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Key/Lock Cylinder: Removal

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2004 Chrysler Pacifica. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
  1. Disconnect the negative battery cable.
  2. Remove bezel ignition switch ring.
  3. Pull center console bezel loose from instrument panel (Fig 1).
    Fig 1: Locating Tab With Bezel In Place
    G03571485Courtesy of DAIMLERCHRYSLER CORP.
  4. Insert ignition key and turn to the "ON" position.
  5. Depress the locking tab on the ignition switch housing (Fig 2).
    Fig 2: Depressing Locking Tab On Ignition Switch Housing
    G03571486Courtesy of DAIMLERCHRYSLER CORP.
  6. Pull the key cylinder from the ignition switch housing (Fig 3).
    Fig 3: Locating Locking Tab
    G03571487Courtesy of DAIMLERCHRYSLER CORP.