GM 15794826
Ignition Lock Cylinder

The replacement of the Ignition Lock Cylinder begins with battery negative cable disconnection and sir system disablement. Begin by taking away the lower steering column trim covers' retaining screw and the Steering Wheel. Begin by shifting the trim cover downward to release its locking mechanisms before pulling it back and taking out the lower column trim covers. The lock cylinder access hole becomes visible after you remove the retaining screws from both the upper steering column trim cover and then lift up the trim cover. Insert the snap-on a173a bent-tip awl into the access hole of the Ignition Lock Cylinder and rotate the Ignition Lock Cylinder to start position. First position the Ignition Lock Cylinder retainer downward using the bent tip before returning the Ignition Lock Cylinder to run position to withdraw it from the lock cylinder case. To install proceed by sliding the Ignition Lock Cylinder from the upper steering column trim cover until its retaining tab lines up with a slot in the lock housing and its position tab matches another lock housing slot then push the lock cylinder into complete housing position. Screw drivers tighten the upper steering trim cover retaining screws to 3.5 nm (31 inch lbs.). Proceed by matching the lower trim cover's tab slots to the upper trim cover's locking tabs before raising the lower cover and sliding it until all tabs lock together. Install the lower trim cover screws to the steering column, tightening them to 1.5 nm (13 inch lbs.)begin by installing the Steering Wheel. To complete the procedure start the sir system then reconnect the negative terminal of the battery.

The replacement process for ignition switch lock begins with disconnecting the negative Battery Cable. Push your awl through the lower area of the steering column trim cover access hole and operate the release button by tapping with your awl while the ignition switch is in the start position. Push the ignition switch to run position before you remove the Ignition Lock Cylinder. During installation position the locking tab slot from the lock module onto the Ignition Lock Cylinder positioning tab before pushing the lock cylinder into place until the locking tab locks into the module. Reconnect the negative Battery Cable to complete the procedure.

The first step to replace the Ignition Lock Cylinder requires disabling the sir system. First remove the steering column shroud while strictly following the correct procedures for both electronic and non-electronic tilt steering systems. Push down using an allen wrench inserted into the hole on top of the Ignition Lock Cylinder case to release the tab and allow the lock cylinder to slide out while keeping the ignition in the start position. The gears between ignition/start switch and Ignition Lock Cylinder case must align properly so you avoid no start or battery drain conditions. Set the Ignition Lock Cylinder case gear to the start position by rotating it clockwise while installing the key into the cylinder for proper insertion into the case. The final step involves putting back the steering column shroud while enabling the sir system.

The procedure to replace Ignition Switch lock cylinder begins with sir system deactivation. Climb behind the knee bolster and remove the steering column shroud. Install an allen wrench into the top hole of the Ignition Lock Cylinder case while maintaining the key in start position to depress the tab that releases the cylinder so it can slide out. During installation check that the gears connecting the ignition/start switch with the Ignition Lock Cylinder case align properly because misalignment may cause no start and battery drain conditions. Turn the Ignition Lock Cylinder case gear clockwise into the start position so it can naturally return to run. Begin by sliding the key into the Ignition Lock Cylinder then achieve proper alignment before installing it into the Ignition Lock Cylinder case. Reinstall the knee bolster along with the steering column shroud before activating the sir system.

Before replacing the ignition switch lock cylinder users must disconnect the negative Battery Cable. Position the ignition switch at start before using an awl to open the lower steering column trim cover accessibility hole and activate the release button. Put the ignition switch to run before taking out the Ignition Lock Cylinder. During installation the positioning locking tab slot from the lock module needs to match the positioning tab from the Ignition Lock Cylinder before you push the lock cylinder into place until the locking tab locks securely. Position the negative Battery Cable for reconnection.

In order to change the Ignition Lock Cylinder, you need to disconnect the battery negative cable and disable sir. Lower the knee bolster and pull out the steering column trim covers. Inserting an allen wrench into the hole at the top of the lock cylinder housing, push it down to deploy the tab on the lock cylinder, and have the key in the start position. Pull the lock cylinder out of the housing. During installation, insert the key into the new lock cylinder ensuring that the gears between the Ignition Switch and the lock cylinder housing are aligned properly so that it does not misalign to the point of a no start or battery drain. Using the housing place the park lock cable, align the lock cylinder and install the cylinder into the house. Wrap up the column trim covers and the knee bolster, then activate the sir system and reconnect the battery negative cable.

Begin lock cylinder replacement by disconnecting the battery negative cable and disabling the sir system. Start by taking off the steering column trim covers before moving the Ignition Lock Cylinder to its start position. Push down the retaining pin by inserting an awl's tip through the opening of the Ignition Lock Cylinder. Pull the Ignition Lock Cylinder away from the steering column when it reaches the run position. To install the lock module place the positioning locking tab slot on the lock cylinder into the corresponding tab on the Ignition Lock Cylinder before pushing the cylinder towards the lock module until the tab securely locks. The procedure includes reinstalling steering column trim covers followed by enabling the sir system and reattaching the negative Battery Cable and completing the passlock learn procedure.

Begin lock cylinder replacement by disconnecting the battery negative cable and disabling the sir system. Start by taking off the steering column trim covers before moving the Ignition Lock Cylinder to its start position. Push down the retaining pin by inserting an awl's tip through the opening of the Ignition Lock Cylinder. Pull the Ignition Lock Cylinder away from the steering column when it reaches the run position. To install the lock module place the positioning locking tab slot on the lock cylinder into the corresponding tab on the Ignition Lock Cylinder before pushing the cylinder towards the lock module until the tab securely locks. The procedure includes reinstalling steering column trim covers followed by enabling the sir system and reattaching the negative Battery Cable and completing the passlock learn procedure.

You should disable the sir system before changing the Ignition Lock Cylinder. Remove the steering column shroud. Put the key in the ignition and keep it at the start position. Pourn an allen wrench into the hole on the top of the cylinder case and press down to free up the lock cylinder's tab. Take the Ignition Lock Cylinder out by sliding it out of the case. Be certain that the gears connecting the ignition/start switch and Ignition Lock Cylinder case are lined up as needed, so a no start or battery drain does not happen. Rotate the Ignition Lock Cylinder case gear with a screwdriver clockwise to the start position so it returns to run on its own. Insert the key into the Ignition Lock Cylinder, line it up, and put it into the case. After that, put the steering column shroud back and restart the sir system.

The first step to replace the Ignition Lock Cylinder requires disabling the sir system. First remove the steering column shroud while strictly following the correct procedures for both electronic and non-electronic tilt steering systems. Push down using an allen wrench inserted into the hole on top of the Ignition Lock Cylinder case to release the tab and allow the lock cylinder to slide out while keeping the ignition in the start position. The gears between ignition/start switch and Ignition Lock Cylinder case must align properly so you avoid no start or battery drain conditions. Set the Ignition Lock Cylinder case gear to the start position by rotating it clockwise while installing the key into the cylinder for proper insertion into the case. The final step involves putting back the steering column shroud while enabling the sir system.

Replace the ignition switch lock cylinder by starting with battery negative cable removal. Then, disable the sir system. Steer toward the removal of steering column trim covers for further instruction. Insert an awl's tip through the access hole of the Ignition Lock Cylinder as you turn the start position while pressing down on the pin to keep it held in place. After setting the ignition lock to the run position you should pull the cylinder piece away from the steering column. Line up the positioning locking tab slot on the lock module with the positioning tab on the Ignition Lock Cylinder then push the lock cylinder toward the column until the tab sets into position. Reaction should start with the installation of steering column trim covers followed by sir system activation and negative Battery Cable reconnection. Conclude by executing the passlock learn process.

Start by disabling your vehicle's sir system before replacing the Ignition Switch lock cylinder. On the steering column shroud proceed to removal following correct installation procedures for manual or electronic tilt steering columns. You can release the tab by pushing an allen wrench into the Ignition Lock Cylinder's top hole when the key sits in the start position. This action frees the Ignition Lock Cylinder to slide out from its place. Installation success depends on proper alignment between the ignition/start switch and the Ignition Lock Cylinder case gears to avoid no start and battery drain problems. Start by rotating the Ignition Lock Cylinder case gear in a clockwise motion to reach the start position before you install the key into the cylinder. Reinstall the steering column shroud while enabling the sir system in the end.

The Ignition Switch lock cylinder replacement process starts with disabling the sir system. Start by taking off the steering column shroud. Place the key in the start position while inserting an allen wrench into the hole above the Ignition Lock Cylinder case and pressing it downwards to free the tab so the cylinder can slide out. Position the ignition/start switch gears correctly with the Ignition Lock Cylinder case during installation to prevent both no start and battery drain issues. After rotating the Ignition Lock Cylinder case gear in a clockwise direction to the start position you should let it automatically return to run. Put the ignition key into the lock cylinder before installing it into position. The last step includes reinstallation of steering column shroud alongside sir system enablement.

Begin by disabling the SIR system.

Align the positioning locking tab slot on the ignition lock cylinder case with the positioning tab on the ignition lock cylinder and push the lock cylinder in until the tab locks in place.

Disconnect the battery negative cable (L26) and ensure the SIR system is disabled.

Install the steering column trim covers.

Disconnect the negative battery cable.

Take out the retaining screw from the lower trim covers, tilt the trim cover down, and slide it rearward to disengage the locking tabs.

Turn the ignition lock cylinder to the start position.

Disconnect the battery negative cable and disable the SIR system.