OEM 2005 Chevrolet Monte Carlo Ignition Lock Cylinder

2005 Chevrolet Monte Carlo Parts Questions & Experts Answers

• Q: How to replace the ignition lock cylinder on 2005 Chevrolet Monte Carlo?

  A: If you wish to replace the Ignition Lock Cylinder, remove the negative Battery Cable, and after taking out the instrument panel (I/P) cluster trim plate. Insert the key into the Ignition Lock Cylinder and turn it to the on/run position. Depressing and holding the detent on the lock cylinder using a small curved tool or hex wrench l-shaped while getting to the i/p opening to the right of the Ignition Switch. If needed, get lower the Ignition Switch more accessible. Pulling with the key serve as aid her remove the lock cylinder from the switch then you extract the key from the lock cylinder. If the cylinder fails to rotate or is seized, proceed as per the Ignition Switch replacement process. For installation, encode Ignition Lock Cylinder, if needed, insert key and turn lock cylinder to on/run. Place the lock cylinder into the Ignition Switch and push it making sure it is align to the white colored Ignition Switch rotor if the key was rotated more than 90 degrees. Turn the key to off position and take it out; install the i/p cluster trim plate and reconnect the negative battery connections. For the installation of a new lock cylinder, do bcm theft deterrent relearn procedure.