Ignition Switch Key Lock Solenoid -N376-, REMOVING AND INSTALLING: Removing

-- Disconnect the Battery -A-. Refer to BATTERY, DISCONNECTING AND CONNECTING .

-- Remove the lower steering column trim panel. Refer to LOWER STEERING COLUMN TRIM PANEL, REMOVING AND INSTALLING .

-- Release the catch on both sides using a screwdriver in the direction of the -arrow A-.

Fig 1: Identifying Ignition Key Removal Lock Solenoid N376 And Locking Device

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-- At the same time pull the Ignition Switch Key Lock Solenoid -N376- -1- in the direction of the -arrow B- from its mount on the steering lock housing -3-.

The connector -2- will be separated at the same time.