Ignition Switch Removal; Installation - Chrysler Concorde 2004 Service Manual

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• Connect DRBIII scan tool to diagnostic connec-
tor below the column.
• Turn ignition key to ON position. Exit vehicle
with the DRBIII scan tool.
• Ensuring that there are no occupants in the vehicle,
connect negative cable to negative post of the battery.
• Using the DRBIII
active fault codes. Also read and record any stored
fault codes. Refer to Appropriate Body Diagnostic
Information if any faults are found.
• Erase stored faults if there are no active fault
codes. If problems remain, fault codes will not erase.
• From the passenger side of the vehicle, turn
ignition key to OFF and then ON observing instru-
ment cluster airbag lamp. It should go on for six to
eight seconds, then go out. This will indicate that the
airbag system is functioning normally.
• If airbag warning lamp fails to light, blinks on and
off or goes on and stays on, there is an airbag system
malfunction. Refer to Appropriate Body Diagnostic
Information to diagnose the system malfunction.
(37) Test the operation of the horn, lights and any
other functions that are steering column operated. If
applicable, reset the radio and the clock.
(38) Road test vehicle to ensure proper operation
of the steering system and the speed control system.
IGNITION SWITCH
REMOVAL
The ignition switch attaches to the lock cylinder
housing on the end opposite the lock cylinder. For
ignition switch terminal and circuit identification,
refer to the Wiring Diagrams section.
(1) Disconnect negative cable from battery.
(2) Remove tilt lever attaching screw. Remove lever.
(3) Remove upper and lower cover from steering
column.
(4) Remove Sentry Key Immobilizer Module (SKIM)
if equipped. Refer to the Power Door Locks section for
removal.
(5) Remove multi-function switch.
(6) Disconnect electrical connector from ignition
switch (Fig. 33).
(7) Remove Ignition
Remove switch.

INSTALLATION

The ignition switch attaches to the lock cylinder
housing on the end opposite the lock cylinder. For
ignition switch terminal and circuit identification,
refer to the Wiring Diagrams section.
(1) A tab on the ignition switch indexes to a notch
in the lock cylinder housing (Fig. 34). Also, a slot in
the end of the ignition switch fits over the shaft in
scan tool, read and record
switch mounting screws.
Fig. 33 Ignition Switch Removal/Installation
1 - STEERING COLUMN
2 - IGNITION SWITCH
the end of the lock cylinder housing. Use the ignition
key to rotate the lock cylinder to align the ignition
switch with lock cylinder housing.
(2) Install and tighten ignition switch mounting
screws.
(3) Attach electrical connector to ignition switch.
(4) Install multi-function switch.
(5) Install SKIM if equipped, refer to the Power
Door Locks section for installation.
(6) Install upper and lower cover on steering col-
umn.
(7) Install tilt lever.
(8) Connect negative cable to battery.
Fig. 34 Ignition Switch Alignment
1 - IGNITION SWITCH
2 - TAB
3 - NOTCH
4 - SHAFT
LH