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Sent to Car Experts July 03, 2006 8:12 a.m.

I am replacing an ignition switch and also need to replace the actuator rod that comes from the steering column. I need to know what part I should ask the dealer for and how to to the job. It is for a 1995 Jeep Wrangler YJ 4 cylinder. I also need instruction for installing the ignigion switch. Thank You

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1995 Jeep Wrangler 4 cy

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I started out by putting in a new multifunction switch and in the process my husband decided that the actuated rod from the steering column was not necessary and cut it off, and the ignition switch does not release according to the manual. So we have a real mess right now and need to install a new ignigion switch and a new actuator rod that works with the ignition.

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July 03, 2006 8:33 a.m. (20 minutes and 46 seconds later)

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The part is caslled the ignition switch actuator rod, here are the instructions for changing the switch.

If you requiore anymore info please post back.

Regards Marc

1992-95 Vehicles

See Figures 1 and 2

Disconnect the negative battery cable.
If equipped, remove the windshield wiper intermittent control module and its bracket.
Turn the ignition to the ACC position.
Remove the headlamp dimmer switch attaching nuts.
Lift the switch from the steering column while disengaging the actuator rod.
Tape the ignition and dimmer switch actuator rods to the steering column to prevent disengagement from the upper position of the steering column.

Remove the ignition switch-to-steering column retaining screws.
Disengage the ignition switch from the remote actuator rod by lifting straight up, then remove the switch from the column.
Disengage the black connector and then the other connector from the switch.

To install:

Place the slider bar in the ignition switch to the ACCESSORY detent position.
Connect the colored (non-black) connector and then the black connector to the ignition switch.
Slip the remote actuator rod into the access hole on the switch.
Install the switch to the column, be careful not to move the slider bar out of the detent position.
Remove the tape from the rods.
Loosely install the ignition switch-to-steering column screws.
While holding the key in the ACC position, slide the ignition switch up towards the steering wheel (non-tilt column) or down away from the steering wheel (tilt steering column) in order to remove slack from the switch. Tighten the attaching screws.

Do not allow the ignition to move from the ACC position. Because the ignition and dimmer switches share the same 2 mounting screws, 1 screw must be removed from the ignition switch. This must be done after the ignition switch has been adjusted and before the dimmer switch has been installed.

Remove 1 screw, but do not remove the stud/nut.
Install and adjust the dimmer switch.
If equipped, install the intermittent wiper control module and bracket.
Connect the negative battery cable.

Figures 1 and 2

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Fig. 1: Ignition switch detent positions-standard column

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Fig. 2: Ignition switch detent positions-tilt column

Edited by enginboy on July 3 2006 at 8:34am

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Reply to Marc
Sent July 03, 2006 8:42 a.m. (8 minutes and 55 seconds later)

Istill need to know how to replace the actuated rod for the ignition. and do you have detailed pictures you could email. thank you

Customer (name blocked for privacy)

Info Request
July 03, 2006 8:49 a.m. (7 minutes and 14 seconds later)

REPLIED to Info Request

Do you have tilt wheel??

Marc -- Technician,Auto -- 98% Positive Feedback on 1028 Car Accepts
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Info Request
July 03, 2006 9:01 a.m. (11 minutes and 41 seconds later)

REPLIED to Info Request

I don't have the info you are reqesting tilt wheel or not .

I am asking other experts to see if they have it and will turn your question over to the expert that has the info you need .

Sorry Marc

Marc -- Technician,Auto -- 98% Positive Feedback on 1028 Car Accepts
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Reply to Marc
Sent July 03, 2006 9:03 a.m. (2 minutes and 34 seconds later)

No It is standard

Customer (name blocked for privacy)

Reply to Marc
Sent July 03, 2006 9:21 a.m. (17 minutes and 52 seconds later)

No I do not have a tilt wheel. Thanks

Customer (name blocked for privacy)

Info Request
July 03, 2006 10:53 a.m. (1 hour and 31 minutes later)

Still trying to find someone that has the info you need

Marc -- Technician,Auto -- 98% Positive Feedback on 1028 Car Accepts
32 years exp. automotive repair NYS emisisions repair cert.

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