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Old Aug 15, 2011 | 10:34 AM
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Default ignition switch.

Walk me through an install process?
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Old Aug 15, 2011 | 10:48 AM
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Originally Posted by oreilly jeep guy
Walk me through an install process?
This is how i did it on my 87, so i dont know about anything newer than 97...
Disconnect the negative battery cable

Take off the lower valence of your dash
(where the front speakers are)

Unbolt the two bolts that are holding up the steering column, there should be like a strap IIRC

Once it drops down far enough, the ignition switch should be on the right side of the steering column i believe, you should be able to see it. It has a plug on it, and it is bolted to the steering column. Unbolt it, unplug it, and installation is the reverse of the removal process
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Old Aug 15, 2011 | 10:53 AM
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Oh, and one thing to remember on the ignition switch (again, 87-96) is that its actuated by a little rod thing attached to the lock cylinder. Dont forget where that goes in, or you will have quite the issue starting your vehicle....
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