Steering lock housing, removing and installing
CAUTION:
- When disconnecting and reconnecting battery terminals, observe all applicable Notes and torque specifications, as well as instructions on performing OBD program and electrical system function checks as specified in → Battery, disconnecting and connecting .
- When removing steering column switches and drilling shear bolts, ensure that no metal shavings enter steering column switches.
- Steering lock may be destroyed.
- If steering lock is operated without lock cylinder, it locks and must be replaced.
- Steering lock must not be operated without lock cylinder.
CAUTION:
Special safety precautions apply to vehicles equipped with airbags. Heed all WARNINGS pertaining to airbag servicing → 69 PASSENGER PROTECTION, AIRBAGS, SEAT BELTS
NOTE:
- To remove steering lock housing, it is first necessary to remove base carrier for steering column switches.
Removing:
- Disconnect battery → Battery, disconnecting and connecting .
- Remove mounting frame for steering column switches