Chevrolet Sonic Repair Manual: Ignition Lock Cylinder Replacement
- Removal Procedure
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- Disconnect the battery negative cable. Refer to Battery Negative Cable Disconnection and Connection.
- Remove the upper trim cover and the lower trim cover from the steering column. Refer to Steering Column Lower Trim Cover Replacement.
- Insert the key into the ignition lock cylinder and turn the key to the RUN position.
- Push a pick-type tool into the access hole (2) in the ignition and start switch housing and press the ignition lock cylinder lock tab down.
- Remove the ignition lock cylinder (1) from the ignition and start switch housing.
- Installation Procedure
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- If you are installing a new ignition lock cylinder, code the lock cylinder. Refer to Lock Cylinder Coding - Ignition.
- Turn the key to the RUN position and insert ignition lock cylinder (1) into the ignition and start switch housing.
- Turn the key to the LOCK position and remove the key from the ignition lock cylinder.
- Install the upper trim cover and the lower trim cover to the steering column. Refer to Steering Column Lower Trim Cover Replacement.
- Connect the battery negative cable. Refer to Battery Negative Cable Disconnection and Connection.
Door Lock and Ignition Lock Folding and Non-Folding Key Cutting
High Security keys are available from the service parts system.
Obtain the key code from the security card or from the GM Dealer World, Parts,
Key Code Look Up system.
If you have the key code a ...
Immobilizer
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Other materials:
Steering Gear Boot Replacement
Special Tools
CH-804 Tensioner
For equivalent regional tools, refer to Special Tools.
Removal Procedure
Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle.
Remove the steering linkage outer tie rod. Refer to Steering Linkage
Outer Tie Rod Rep ...
Engine Oil Cooler Inlet Pipe Replacement (LUW)
Removal Procedure
Drain the cooling system. Refer to Cooling System Draining and Filling.
Remove the exhaust manifold with catalytic converter. Refer to Exhaust
Manifold with Catalytic Converter Replacement.
Remove the engine oil cooler pipe bolts (1) an ...
Drive and Driven Sprocket, Drive Link, and Park Pawl Installation (6T40/45/50)
Drive and Driven Sprocket, Drive Link, and Park Pawl Installation
Callout
Component Name
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Front Differential Carrier Baffle
2
Front Differential Carrier Baffle Bolt M6 x 16& ...
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