AUDI A4 1997 B5 / 1.G Ignition Switch Lock Cylinder Workshop Manual

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Ignition switch lock cylinder,
servicing

Steering lock cylinder - ignition switch
removing and installing


CAUTION!

Disconnect the battery Ground (GND) strap
before working on the electrical system.

Notes:

Before disconnecting the battery determine the
correct coding for the anti-theft radio.
After reconnecting the battery, check and
activate the vehicle's electrical equipment
(radio, clock, comfort and convenience
features, etc.) as outlined in this Repair Manual
or the Owner's Manual.

Notes:
For removing, the lock cylinder, always use the
spare key or shop key with the flat plastic
handle.
The master key equipped with a light and/or
remote control transmitter in its handle is
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unsuitable for removal because the keys broad
handle covers an access hole in the lock
cylinder.
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Removing

- Remove driver's-side airbag unit and steering
wheel.

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- Remove steering column switches Page 94
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- Insert spare or shop key and switch ignition on: access hole will appear
in front of switch next to ignition key slot.

Installing - Insert length of steel wire or small screwdriver (approx. 2 mm dia.) as
far as it will go, as illustrated, and pull lock cylinder out of steering lock
housing in direction of arrow.
- Ignition switch must be in "ignition on" position.
-
Push lock cylinder with ignition key all way into steering lock housing
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and press in firmly until catch engages audibly.
- Install steering column switches and steering wheel.
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Ignition switch, removing and installing


Removing

Note:
It is not necessary to remove the lock cylinder.

- Disconnect battery Ground (GND) strap.

- Remove driver's-side airbag unit and steering
wheel.

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- Remove steering column switche Page 94
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37
.

- Disconnect harness connector from
ignition/starter switch.

Installing - Remove sealing paint from threads of screws -A-.
- Loosen two screws (arrows -A-) slightly and pull ignition/starter switch
out of housing in direction indicated (arrow).
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Notes:
The ignition switch and lock cylinder must be in the same position, e.g.
"Ignition on" when installing. After installing, seal the screws again with pain.
- Install in reverse order of removal.
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Ignition switch, terminal assignments


15 - Terminal 15
30 - Terminal 30
50 - Terminal 50
50b-Terminal 50b
75 - Terminal 75
86s- Terminal 86s
P - Park
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