Coding All Lock Cylinders Except Ignition Lock Cylinder

2006 Buick Terraza CXL, 3.5 L, AWDSECTION Coding All Lock Cylinders Except Ignition Lock Cylinder
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All of the vehicle's lock cylinders, except the ignition lock cylinder, use a maximum of five tumblers.

  1. Determine the lock cylinder tumbler numbers and their positions. Refer to Ignition Lock Cylinder Coding.
  2. Install the appropriate tumblers accordingly.
  3. Install the lock cylinder cap (If applicable) to the lock cylinder. Refer to Capping Procedure for Lock Cylinders with Press-On Caps or Capping Procedure for Lock Cylinders without Press-On Caps.
  4. Install the lock cylinder actuator arm and retainer on the back of the cylinder (if applicable).
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