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Steering Column Electronic Lock Replacement On Vehicle

Tools Required

    • J 23653-SIR Steering Column Lock Plate Compressor
    • J-42759 Ignition Switch Connector Release Tool

Removal Procedure

  1. Remove the steering column shrouds. Refer to Steering Column Trim Covers Replacement .

  2. Object Number: 330127  Size: SH
  3. Install the J 23653-SIR to the steering shaft and compress the shaft lock shield.
  4. Remove the lock shield retainer from the steering column shaft.
  5. Remove the J 23653-SIR from the steering shaft.

  6. Object Number: 389656  Size: SH
  7. Remove the following parts from the steering shaft:
  8. 5.1. Shaft lock shield (4)
    5.2. Turn signal cancel cam (3)
  9. Rotate the steering column lock cylinder to the OFF-LOCK position.

  10. Object Number: 324874  Size: SH
  11. Insert a small screwdriver into the slot on the electronic lock module and push down on the park lock cable locking tab and remove park lock cable (1) from the electronic lock module, column shift only.

  12. Object Number: 389654  Size: SH
  13. Disconnect the electric park lock (1) electrical connector (2), floorshift only.

  14. Object Number: 368489  Size: SH
  15. Unsnap the electric park lock (2) off of the electronic lock module  (1) ,floorshift only.

  16. Object Number: 306267  Size: SH
  17. Rotate the key alarm switch connector (1) from the electronic lock module.
  18. Disconnect the passlock electrical connector from the electronic lock module.

  19. Object Number: 664261  Size: SH
  20. Disconnect the ignition switch (2) from the electronic lock module using the J-42759 .
  21. Remove the ignition switch (2) from the electronic lock module (2).
  22. Let the ignition switch (2) hang freely.

  23. Object Number: 306295  Size: SH
  24. Remove the electronic lock module (1) mounting screws (2).
  25. Remove the electronic lock module (1) from the steering column housing.

Installation Procedure


    Object Number: 306295  Size: SH
  1. Install the electronic lock module (1) to the steering column housing.
  2. Install the electronic lock module(1) mounting screws (2).

  3. Object Number: 664261  Size: SH
  4. Install the ignition switch (2) to the electronic lock module (2).

  5. Object Number: 306267  Size: SH
  6. Connect the passlock electrical connector (1) from the lock module.
  7. Rotate the key alarm switch connector to the electronic lock module.

  8. Object Number: 368489  Size: SH
  9. Snap the electric park lock (2) onto the electronic lock module (1), floorshift only.

  10. Object Number: 389654  Size: SH
  11. Connect the electric park lock (1) electrical connector (2) floorshift only.

  12. Object Number: 324874  Size: SH
  13. Install park lock cable (1) to the electronic lock module, column shift only.

  14. Object Number: 389656  Size: SH
  15. Install the following parts to the steering shaft:
  16. 9.1. Turn signal cancel cam (3)
    9.2. Shaft lock shield (4).

    Object Number: 330127  Size: SH
  17. Install the J 23653-SIR to the steering shaft and compress the shaft lock shield.
  18. Install the lock shield retainer to the steering column shaft.
  19. Remove the J 23653-SIR from the steering column shaft.
  20. Install the steering column shrouds. Refer to Steering Column Trim Covers Replacement .

Steering Column Electronic Lock Replacement Off Vehicle - Column Shift

Removal Procedure

  1. Remove the upper tilt head components. Refer to Turn Signal Cancel Cam and Upper Bearing Inner Race Replacement .

  2. Object Number: 324882  Size: SH
  3. Remove the key alarm connector (1) from the lock module assembly (2).
  4. Remove the 2 tapping screws from the ignition and key alarm switch assembly (3).

  5. Object Number: 324874  Size: SH
  6. Disconnect the park lock cable assembly (1).
  7. The steering column lock cylinder set should be in the OFF-LOCK position.
  8. Insert a small screwdriver into the slot on the lock module assembly and push against the locking tab to remove.

  9. Object Number: 368510  Size: SH
  10. Remove the 3 pan head tapping screws (1) from the lock module assembly (2).
  11. Important: The lock bolt assembly (4) is under slight spring tension from the lock bolt spring (3). Hold the lock bolt (4) in place while removing the lock module assembly (2).

  12. Remove the lock module assembly (2) and the lock bolt assembly (4) from the steering column tilt head assembly (5).
  13. Remove the lock bolt spring (3) from the lock bolt assembly (4).

Installation Procedure


    Object Number: 389662  Size: SH
  1. Install the lock bolt spring (3) into the steering column housing assembly (5).
  2. Position the cutout in the lock bolt assembly (4) at the 6 o'clock position.
  3. Install the lock bolt assembly (4) into the steering column housing assembly (5).
  4. Push the lock bolt assembly (4) into the steering column housing assembly (5) until the lock bolt assembly is flush with the steering column housing assembly (5).
  5. Align the electronic lock module assembly (2) with the steering column housing assembly (5).
  6. Install the electronic lock module assembly (2) onto the steering column housing assembly (5).

    Notice: Use the correct fastener in the correct location. Replacement fasteners must be the correct part number for that application. Fasteners requiring replacement or fasteners requiring the use of thread locking compound or sealant are identified in the service procedure. Do not use paints, lubricants, or corrosion inhibitors on fasteners or fastener joint surfaces unless specified. These coatings affect fastener torque and joint clamping force and may damage the fastener. Use the correct tightening sequence and specifications when installing fasteners in order to avoid damage to parts and systems.

  7. Screw the 3 pan head tapping screws (1) into the electronic lock module assembly (2).
  8. Tighten
    Tighten the 3 pan head tapping screws to 7 N·m (62 lb in).


    Object Number: 324882  Size: SH
  9. Install the ignition and key alarm switch assembly (3) onto the electronic lock module assembly (2) and secure by using the 2 tapping screws.
  10. Tighten
    Tighten the screws to 4.7 N·m (42 lb in).

  11. Install the key alarm connector (1) onto the electronic lock module assembly (2).

  12. Object Number: 324874  Size: SH
  13. Install the park lock cable (1) into the electronic lock module assembly.
  14. Place steering column lock cylinder set into the OFF position.
  15. Place the shift lever clevis into the PARK position.
  16. Press the locking tab on the end of the park lock cable assembly (1) into the slot in the electronic lock module assembly.
  17. Inspect the park lock cable assembly by performing the following steps:
  18. 13.1. Insert the key into the ignition switch.
    13.2. Place the steering column lock cylinder set in the OFF-LOCK position. The gear shift lever must remain locked in the PARK position.
    13.3. Place the steering column lock cylinder set in the RUN position.
    13.4. Place the gear shift lever in the NEUTRAL position.
    13.5. With the gear shift lever in the NEUTRAL position, the steering column lock cylinder set must remain out of the OFF-LOCK position.
    13.6. Place the gear shift lever in the PARK position.
    13.7. Put the steering column lock cylinder set in the OFF-LOCK position.
    13.8. Remove the key from the ignition switch.
  19. Install the steering column jacket. Refer to Turn Signal Cancel Cam and Upper Bearing Inner Race Replacement .

Steering Column Electronic Lock Replacement Off Vehicle - Floor Shift

Removal Procedure

  1. Remove the upper tilt head components. Refer to Turn Signal Cancel Cam and Upper Bearing Inner Race Replacement .

  2. Object Number: 324882  Size: SH
  3. Remove the key alarm connector (1) from the lock module assembly (2).
  4. Remove the 2 tapping screws from the ignition and key alarm switch assembly (3).

  5. Object Number: 368510  Size: SH
  6. Remove the 3 pan head tapping screws (1) from the lock module assembly (2).
  7. Important: The lock bolt assembly (4) is under slight spring tension from the lock bolt spring (3). Hold the lock bolt (4) in place while removing the lock module assembly (2).

  8. Remove the lock module assembly (2) and the lock bolt assembly (4) from the steering column tilt head assembly (5).
  9. Remove the lock bolt spring (3) from the lock bolt assembly (4).

Installation Procedure


    Object Number: 389662  Size: SH
  1. Install the lock bolt spring (3) into the steering column housing assembly (5).
  2. Position the cutout in the lock bolt assembly (4) at the 6 o'clock position.
  3. Install the lock bolt assembly (4) into the steering column housing assembly (5).
  4. Push the lock bolt assembly (4) into the steering column housing assembly (5) until the lock bolt assembly is flush with the steering column housing assembly (5).
  5. Align the electronic lock module assembly (2) with the steering column housing assembly (5).
  6. Install the electronic lock module assembly (2) onto the steering column housing assembly (5).

    Notice: Use the correct fastener in the correct location. Replacement fasteners must be the correct part number for that application. Fasteners requiring replacement or fasteners requiring the use of thread locking compound or sealant are identified in the service procedure. Do not use paints, lubricants, or corrosion inhibitors on fasteners or fastener joint surfaces unless specified. These coatings affect fastener torque and joint clamping force and may damage the fastener. Use the correct tightening sequence and specifications when installing fasteners in order to avoid damage to parts and systems.

  7. Screw the 3 pan head tapping screws (1) into the electronic lock module assembly (2).
  8. Tighten
    Tighten the 3 pan head tapping screws to 7 N·m (62 lb in).


    Object Number: 324882  Size: SH
  9. Install the ignition and key alarm switch assembly (3) onto the electronic lock module assembly (2) and secure by using the 2 tapping screws.
  10. Tighten
    Tighten the screws to 4.7 N·m (42 lb in).

  11. Install the key alarm connector (1) onto the electronic lock module assembly (2).
  12. Install the steering column jacket. Refer to Turn Signal Cancel Cam and Upper Bearing Inner Race Replacement .