A4 Quattro Wagon L4-1.8L Turbo (ATW) (2000)
Ignition Lock: Service and Repair
CAUTION!
Disconnect the battery Ground (GND) strap before working on the electrical system.
NOTE:
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Before disconnecting the battery determine the correct coding for the anti-theft radio.
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After reconnecting the battery, check and activate the vehicle's electrical equipment (radio, clock, comfort and convenience features, etc.).
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For removing, the lock cylinder, always use the spare key or shop key with the flat plastic handle.
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The master key equipped with a light and/or remote control transmitter in its handle is unsuitable for removal because the keys broad handle
covers an access hole in the lock cylinder.
Removing
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Remove driver's-side airbag unit and steering wheel.
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Remove steering column switches. Under "Body and Frame", See: Body and Frame/Doors, Hood and Trunk/Doors/Front Door/Service and
Repair/Removal and Replacement
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Insert spare or shop key and switch ignition on: access hole will appear in front of switch next to ignition key slot.
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Insert length of steel wire or small screwdriver (approx. 2 mm dia.) as tar as it will go, as illustrated, and pull lock cylinder out of steering lock
housing in direction of arrow.
Installing
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Ignition switch must be in "ignition on" position.
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Push lock cylinder with ignition key all way into steering lock housing and press in.