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Old 10-28-2008, 02:33 PM
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I have searched on here and cant find anything but how to disable vats. i would rather just change out the key swith or cylinder what ever.
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I have searched on here and cant find anything but how to disable vats. i would rather just change out the key swith or cylinder what ever.
Thanks in advance for the help.
I think you should be able to put a resistor in line with your VATs circuit... the orange heat shrinked wires under the dash.

This would make your car very easy to steal...
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Thats why I am looking to change the key switch instead of by-passing the vats.
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Ignition Lock Cylinder Replacement

Removal Procedure







Remove the steering wheel from the steering column. Refer to Steering Wheel Replacement.
Insert the ignition key into the lock cylinder. Leave the key in the LOCK position.






Remove the lock retaining screw (2).
Remove the lock cylinder (1) and harness (4), perform the following:
4.1. Disconnect the terminal connector from the bulkhead connector.
4.2. Remove the wiring protector.
4.3. Disconnect the retaining clip (3) from the lock housing cover sleeve.
4.4. Pull the wire harness (4) through the steering column.
4.5. Remove the lock cylinder (1) from the steering column.

Installation Procedure







Install the lock cylinder (1) and harness (4), perform the following:
1.1. Install the lock cylinder (1) to the vehicle.
1.2. Pull the wire harness (4) through the steering column.
1.3. Connect the retaining clip (3) to the lock housing cover sleeve.
1.4. Install the wiring protector.
1.5. Connect the terminal connector to the bulkhead connector.

Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in Service Precautions.



Install the lock retaining screw (2).
Tighten the lock retaining screw to 2.5 Nm (22 inch lbs.) .






Remove the ignition key from the lock cylinder.
Install the steering wheel to the steering column. Refer to Steering Wheel Replacement.




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