Grand Cherokee 2WD V8-4.7L VIN N (2000)
Ignition Switch Lock Tabs
13. Using needle-nose pliers, squeeze both switch lock tabs and gently pull switch away from column. Do not rotate key lock cylinder when ignition
switch is being removed or has been removed from steering column.
INSTALLATION
If installing key lock cylinder only, refer to steps 1 through 4 then proceed to steps 10 through 14. If installing ignition switch only, refer to steps 5
through 14.
1. Be sure transmission shifter is still in PARK position.
2. Rotate key in lock cylinder to RUN position.
3. Install key cylinder into housing by aligning retaining pin into retaining pin slot. Push key cylinder into housing until retaining pin engages. Meter
pin engages, rotate key to OFF or LOCK position.
4. Check for proper retention of key cylinder by attempting to pull cylinder from housing.
5. Place ignition switch into opening on steering column housing. If switch will not fit into housing, do not force it. Remove switch from housing and
rotate key cylinder (slightly) for alignment. Push switch into column housing until 2 lock tabs have engaged.
6. Install ignition switch mounting screw. Tighten screw to 3 Nm (30 in. lbs.) torque.
7. Connect electrical connectors to ignition switch. Make sure that switch locking tabs are fully seated in wiring connectors.
8. Install SKIM (Sentry Key Immobilizer Module) (1 screw). Tighten screw to 3 Nm (30 in. lbs.) torque.
9. Install steering column covers (shrouds).
10. Connect negative cable to battery.
11. Shifter should lock in PARK position when key is in LOCK position. Shifter should unlock when key rotated to ON position.
12. With engine running, shifter should not be unable to be moved from PARK position until brake pedal has been depressed.
13. Check for proper operation of ignition switch in ACCESSORY LOCK, OFF, ON, RUN, and START positions.
14. Steering wheel should lock when key is in LOCK position. Rotate steering wheel to verify.Steering wheel should unlock when key is rotated to ON
position.
