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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCHEVROLET2000CAB & CHASSIS K2500, 7.4 J, AUTOMATICREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 660 (INSTRUMENT PANEL, GAUGES & CONSOLE)REPAIR INSTRUCTIONSIGNITION SWITCH LOCK CYLINDER REPLACEMENTINSTALLATION PROCEDURE
2000 Chevrolet Cab & Chassis K2500, 7.4 J, Automatic
Installation Procedure
2000 Chevrolet Cab & Chassis K2500, 7.4 J, AutomaticSECTION Installation Procedure
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2002 Oldsmobile Aurora and 2001 Oldsmobile Aurora. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Install the reader/exciter module to the ignition lock cylinder. Refer to THEFT DETERRENT EXCITER MODULE REPLACEMENT .
- If ignition lock cylinder was previously seized proceed with steps 2.1 through 2.4, If not go to step 3.
- 2.1. Turn the new ignition lock cylinder to the run position.
- 2.2. Turn the ignition switch to the run position.
- 2.3. Slowly push the ignition lock cylinder into the ignition switch until fully seated.
It may be necessary to slightly depress the release button as it passes by the 1/4 inch hole previously drill in the ignition switch housing.
- 2.4. Reinstall the ignition switch. Refer to Ignition Switch ReplacementΒ .
- 2.5. Go to step Β 5.
- Position the ignition lock cylinder (1) with the key installed into the opening in the ignition switch (2).
- Press the ignition lock cylinder into place.
The lock cylinder retaining tab will produce an audible click when fully seated.
- Using light force, pull on the lock cylinder in order to ensure the lock cylinder is engaged and secured in place.
- Install the HVAC control module assembly. Refer to HVAC CONTROL MODULE .
- Install the radio. Refer to RADIO REPLACEMENT (W/O UM8) or RADIO REPLACEMENT (W UM8) .
- Install the IP cluster trim plate bezel. Refer to Trim Plate Bezel Replacement - IP ClusterΒ .
- Install the IP center trim plate. Refer to Trim Panel Replacement - IP CenterΒ .
- Connect the negative battery cable. Refer to BATTERY NEGATIVE CABLE DISCONNECT/CONNECT PRO .
- Inspect the ignition switch for proper operation in all positions.
- Release the parking brake.
- Enable the SIR system. Refer to DISABLING & ACTIVATING AIR BAG SYSTEM in Airbag .
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- β’ You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- β’ Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- β’ The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- β’ You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- β’ You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.