Starter switch (page 2 of 2)

4. Remove nut and bolt securing lower column clamp to pivot bracket.
5. Remove clamp.
6. Remove 2 flange nuts and 2 bolts securing column upper bracket to body.
7. Lower the steering column assembly.

8. Centre punch and drill out 2 shear bolts using a 5 mm drill.

CAUTION: Take care not to damage switch body if switch is to be refitted.

9. Remove starter switch and bracket.

Refit

1. Position starter switch to column and fit shear bolts loosely.
2. Insert starter key, check operation of steering lock and key turns freely.
3. Tighten shear bolts fully and shear heads off.
4. Raise column and engage top bracket on studs and fit nuts, DO NOT tighten.
5. Fit lower clamp, tighten nut and bolt to 22 Nm.
6. Tighten top bracket nuts and bolts to 16 Nm.
7. Connect ignition switch multiplugs to fuse box and harness.
8. 98MY on: Fit passive coil. See this section.
9. Fit steering column nacelle. See STEERING, Repairs.