Stratus L4-2.0L VIN C (1997)
Ignition Switch Lock Cylinder: Service and Repair
Ignition Lock Cylinder Detentes
The lock cylinder is inserted in the end of the housing opposite the ignition switch. The ignition key rotates the cylinder to 5 different detentes:
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Accessory
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Off (lock)
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Unlock
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On/Run
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Start
Lock Cylinder Retaining Tab
REMOVAL
1. Disconnect negative cable from auxillary jumper terminal -- on driver's side strut tower.
3. Remove upper steering column shroud.
3. Pull lower shroud down far enough to access lock cylinder retaining tab.
4. Place key cylinder in RUN position. Depress lock cylinder retaining tab and remove key cylinder.
INSTALLATION
1. Install key in lock cylinder.
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Turn key to RUN position (retaining tab on lock cylinder can be depressed).