Ignition System (Service Information): Switch-Ignition: Removal

The ignition switch attaches to the lock cylinder housing on the end opposite the lock cylinder. For ignition switch terminal and circuit identification, refer to the appropriate SYSTEM WIRING DIAGRAMS article.

1. Disconnect negative cable from battery.
   Fig 1: Removing/Installing Instrument Panel Center Bezel

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2. Remove the Instrument Panel Center Bezel, (Refer to BODY/INSTRUMENT PANEL/CLUSTER BEZEL - REMOVAL) Chrysler and (Refer to BODY/INSTRUMENT PANEL/CLUSTER BEZEL - REMOVAL) Dodge.
   Fig 2: Removing/Installing Bezel Cluster

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3. Bezel cluster removed.
   Fig 3: Removing/Installing Side Trim Panel

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4. Remove side trim panel to steering column cover.
5. Remove the screws that secure the steering column cover to the instrument panel and relocate panel.
Fig 4: Locating Instrument Panel Steering Column Cover Reinforcement
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6. Pull the steering column cover rearward at the top and right side of the cover to release the snap retainers from the instrument panel.
Fig 5: Removing/Installing Instrument Panel Steering Column Cover Reinforcement
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7. Remove the screws that secure the instrument panel steering column cover reinforcement to bracket and remove reinforcement from the vehicle.
   Fig 6: Removing/Installing Nuts At Ignition Switch Assembly

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8. Remove the 2 front mounting nuts.
   Fig 7: Removing/Installing Lower Mounting Nut

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9. Remove the lower mounting nut.
   Fig 8: Positioning Assembly To Gain Access To Switch

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   1 - SKREEM Module

   2 - Ignition Switch

10. Slide the assembly rearward into the instrument panel and down to gain access to switch.
    Fig 9: Disconnecting/Connecting Switch Module Connector

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11. Disconnect the electrical connector from the ignition Switch and SKREEM Module.
    Fig 10: Removing/Installing Switch Module Connector

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    1 - Retaining Tab for Cable

12. Remove the interlock cable by depressing the locking tab and pulling straight out. See Fig 11.
    Fig 11: Locating Interlock Cable

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