Removal and Installation

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Disconnect the battery to allow the depletion of the restraint system backup power supply. Refer to BATTERY, MOUNTING AND CABLES .
Remove the steering wheel. Refer to STEERING WHEEL .
Twist off the cap from the ignition switch lock cylinder.

Fig 1: Removing Ignition Switch Lock Cylinder Cap
Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
Remove the ignition switch lock cylinder.
- Use a 1/8-inch diameter drill bit to drill out the lock cylinder retaining pin.
- Use a 3/8-inch diameter drill to drill down the middle of the ignition lock key slot until the ignition switch lock cylinder breaks loose.
- Remove and discard the ignition switch lock cylinder and drill shavings from the steering column.
  
  Fig 2: Removing Ignition Switch Lock Cylinder
  Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.

CAUTION: Carefully note the position of the steering column lock gear, bearing and retainer prior to removal.

Fig 3: Removing Bearing Retainer

Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.

Remove the bearing retainer.
Remove the bearing and the gear.
- Thoroughly clean all drill shavings from the steering column and inspect it for damage.
  
  Fig 4: Removing Bearing And Gear
  Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.

NOTE: Use a new ignition switch lock cylinder.

To install, reverse the removal procedure.
- Verify ignition switch lock cylinder operation.