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Ignition Key Lock: Replacement

CAUTION:
  • Before handling the airbag system components, refer to "CAUTION" of "General Description" in "AIRBAG SYSTEM". Ref. to CAUTION , General Description.
  • If the steering wheel and steering angle sensor (steering roll connector) are removed, perform "VSC(VDC) Centering Mode" of the VDC. Ref. to ADJUSTMENT , VDC Control Module and Hydraulic Control Unit (VDCCM & H/U).
  1. Disconnect the ground cable from battery and wait for at least 60 seconds before starting work. Ref. to BATTERY .
  2. Remove the cover assembly - instrument panel LWR driver. Ref. to REMOVAL , Knee Airbag Module.
  3. Remove the knee airbag module. Ref. to REMOVAL , Knee Airbag Module.
  4. Remove the column assembly - steering. Ref. to REMOVAL , Steering Column.
  5. Remove the ignition key lock.
    1. Secure the column assembly - steering in a vise.
    2. Use the reverse tap and drill to remove the set bolt and remove the ignition key lock.
    CAUTION: Do not apply any impact to the set bolt by a chisel or punch.
    Fig 1: Locating Ignition Key Lock Set Bolt
    G11572131Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
  6. 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).
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