Dodge Dakota (ND). Manual - part 264
MECHANICAL DIAGNOSIS (KEY DIFFICULT TO ROTATE)
(Refer to 19 - STEERING/COLUMN/IGNITION SWITCH - DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING).
CYLINDER-KEY/LOCK
REMOVAL
The ignition key (1) must be in the key cylinder (2) for
cylinder removal.
1. Disconnect negative cable from battery.
2. Remove upper and lower covers (shrouds) from
steering column.
3. Place shifter in PARK position.
4. A retaining pin is located at side of key cylinder
assembly (2).
a. Rotate key to RUN position.
b. Press in on retaining pin while pulling key cyl-
inder (1) from ignition switch.
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IGNITION SYSTEM - SERVICE INFORMATION
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