XJ-6 (X300) L6-4.0L (AJ16) (1996)
Steering Column Lock: Service and Repair
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Open the door.
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Center the tires and remove ignition key.
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Remove pad from center of steering wheel. See: Steering Wheel/Service and Repair
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When working with Airbags, note precautions. See: Restraint Systems/Air Bag Systems/Service Precautions
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Loosen the nut securing the wheel to shaft, do not fully remove.
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Pull the steering wheel to release from the shaft.
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Remove the securing nut and steering wheel. See: Steering Wheel/Service and Repair
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Remove the cancellation boss securing screws and remove boss.
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Remove the instrument illumination rheostat knob.
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Remove the screws securing the lower nacelle and remove. See: Service and Repair
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Remove the screws securing the upper nacelle and remove. See: Service and Repair
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Using a suitable punch remove the steering column lock bolts.
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Remove the column lock / switch assembly from column.
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Release the igniton switch retaining tags.
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Remove the ratchet strap securing the harness.
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Disconnect the switch harness multi plug and discard the lock.
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Reverse the removal procedure to reassemble.
NOTE:Align the footwell heater duct prior to securing the liner with the screws.