Tribute 4WD L4-2.5L Hybrid (2009)
Ignition Switch Lock Cylinder: All Technical Service Bulletins
Starting System - Key Binds In Ignition Lock Cylinder
Bulletin No: 06-004/09
Last Issued: 10/02/2009
Subject:
IGNITION KEY BINDING IN IGNITION CYLINDER WHEN TURNING TO START POSITION ONLY
APPLICABLE MODEL(S)/VINS
2008-2010 Tribute built on or before 08/03/2009
DESCRIPTION
Some vehicles may exhibit an ignition key that is binding in the ignition cylinder when attempting to turn to the Start position only. This may be due to a
damaged steering column lock module.
Customers having this concern should have their vehicle repaired using the following repair procedure.
REPAIR PROCEDURE
1. Verify steering column lock module is the source of concern.
a. While on level ground, position the steering wheel in the straight ahead position and remove ignition key.
b. Turn the steering wheel clockwise and counterclockwise to verify the steering column lock restricts rotation. The steering lock should engage before
+/- 15 degrees of rotation, and will be a hard metal stop in each direction.
c. Does the steering column lock engage in each direction?
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Yes - Do not continue with this procedure. Refer to MS3 online or Workshop Manual (section 09-01F STEERING COLUMN SWITCHES).
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No - Proceed to step 2.
2. Replace the steering column lock module per MS3 online or Workshop Manual (section 06-12 STEERING COLUMN LOCK MODULE
REMOVAL/INSTALLATION).
3. Verify repair.
PART(S) INFORMATION
WARRANTY INFORMATION
NOTE:
^ This warranty information applies only to verified customer complaints on vehicles eligible for warranty repair.
^ This repair will be covered under Mazda's New Vehicle Limited Warranty term.
