Removal Procedure
- Open the instrument panel (IP) compartment door.
- Remove the IP compartment latch screws.
- Remove the IP compartment latch from the IP compartment.
- Insert the key into the IP compartment door lock cylinder.
- Insert a small diameter tool into the slot on the upper side of the door handle cylinder housing. Depress and hold the lock cylinder retainer.
- While the lock cylinder retainer is still depressed, turn the key 1/4 turn counterclockwise.
- Pull to remove the lock cylinder.
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