For 1990-2009 cars

Step | Action | Yes | No
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1 | Did you review the Steering Wheel and Column - Standard Description and Operation and perform the necessary inspections? | Go to Step 2 | Go to Symptoms - Steering Wheel and Column
2 | Verify that the lock system has a high lock effort. Does the lock system operate normally? | System OK | Go to Step 3
3 | Inspect for an incorrect, worn, or damaged key. Is the key incorrect, worn, or damaged? | Go to Step 6 | Go to Step 4
4 | Inspect for a faulty lock cylinder. Is the lock cylinder damaged? | Go to Step 7 | Go to Step 5
5 | Inspect the ignition switch assembly for damage. Is the ignition switch assembly damaged? | Go to Step 8 | Go to Step 2
6 | Replace the key. Refer to Key and Lock Cylinder Coding in General Information. Did you complete the repair? | Go to Step 9 | --
7 | Replace the lock cylinder. Refer to Ignition Lock Cylinder Replacement . Did you complete the repair? | Go to Step 9 | --
8 | Replace the ignition switch. Refer to Ignition and Start Switch Replacement . Did you complete the repair? | Go to Step 9 | --
9 | Operate the system in order to verify the repair. Did you correct the condition? | System OK | Go to Step 2