Steering Lock Removal and Installation

NOTE:
SRS components are located in this area. Review the SRS component locations, and the precautions and procedures before doing repairs or service.
Unless otherwise indicated, illustrations used in the procedure are for without keyless access system.

2. Steering Lock - Remove
1.
Center-punch both of the two shear bolts (A).
2.
Drill their heads off with a 5 mm (0.20 in) drill bit. Be careful not to damage the steering lock when removing the shear bolts.
NOTE: The shear bolts have left-hand threads.
3.
Remove the steering lock (B).


NOTE:
SRS components are located in this area. Review the SRS component locations, and the precautions and procedures before doing repairs or service.
Unless otherwise indicated, illustrations used in the procedure are for without keyless access system.

1. Steering Lock - Install
1.
Without keyless access system: Install the steering lock (A) without the key inserted.

2.
With keyless access system: Install the electric steering lock.
3.
Loosely tighten the new shear bolts (B).
NOTE: The shear bolts have left-hand threads.
4.
Without keyless access system: Insert the ignition key, and check for proper operation of the steering wheel lock and that the ignition key turns freely.
5.
Tighten the shear bolts (A) until the hex heads (B) twist off.
NOTE: The shear bolts have left-hand threads.