Assembly: The "Operator's Manual" skips the step of installing the table on the column. I would like some help with that.

Does the car have floor shift or column ?
Ignition Key Cannot Be Removed from the Ignition Lock Cylinder (Column Shift)
Ignition Key Cannot Be Removed from the Ignition Lock Cylinder (Floor Shift)

Ignition Key Cannot Be Removed from the Ignition Lock Cylinder (Column Shift)
Step
Action
Yes
No
1
Did you review the Steering Wheel and Column Description and Operation and perform the necessary inspection?
YES - Go to Step 2
NO - Go to Steering Wheel and Column Description and Operation
2
Verify the key cannot be removed from the ignition lock cylinder.
Is the key stuck in the lock cylinder?
Go to Step 3
System OK
3
Is the vehicle equipped with a manual transmission?
Go to Step 7
Go to Step 4
4
Turn the ignition key to the OFF position.
Can the key be turned to the OFF position and be removed?
Go to Step 7
Go to Step 5
5
Verify the adjustment of the automatic transmission cable. Refer to Range Selector Lever Cable Adjustment .
Can the key be turned to the OFF position?
System OK
Go to Step 6
6
Inspect the linear shift assembly and cable for damage.
Is the linear shift assembly or cable damaged?
Go to Step 9
Go to Step 7
7
Inspect for a faulty lock cylinder.
Is the lock cylinder damaged?
Go to Step 10
Go to Step 8
8
Inspect the ignition lock cylinder case.
Is the worn, damaged, or loose?
Go to Step 11
Go to Step 12
9
Replace the linear shift assembly. Refer to Linear Shift Assembly Replacement .
Did you complete the repair?
Go to Step 12
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10
Replace the ignition lock cylinder. Refer to Ignition Lock Cylinder Replacement .
Did you complete the repair?
Go to Step 12
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11
Replace the ignition lock cylinder case housing. Refer to Ignition Lock Cylinder Case Replacement .
Did you complete the repair?
Go to Step 12
--
12
Operate the system to verify the repair.
Did you correct the condition?
System OK
Go to Step 2

unhook it at bottom of column,a REAL flatbed operator can get it onto the truck without that

is the lock assembly in the car or out?
there are 2 jobs here, removing the assembly
and after that, attacking the lock it self.???????

any lock smith can rebuild the lock, proper
it has pins that are pressed out.
it can even be rekeyed.

the remove assembly is covered in the FSM, no books?
alldata.com covers that.
it really is an Isuzu. impulse.

my guess is its job 1, assembly out.
so toss coin lands on job1
(on most cars, steering wheel must be removed)
once that is done, its obvious from there, right? that clamp there with the antitamper screws? then must be removed. and replaced new..

a rare car , and even more one that runs....

here is the online FSM answer

1. Remove the negative battery cable.
2. Remove the steering wheel.
3. Remove the combination switch assembly.
4. Turn the key to the OFFposition, depress the retaining pin and remove the ignition lock cylinder from the switch.
5. Disconnect the electrical connector from the ignition switch.
6. Remove the snapring and spacer collar from the steering shaft.
7. Disconnect the back drive cable from the ignition switch.
8. Remove the ignition switch bolts and the ignition switch from the steering column.

now back in?

1. Install the ignition switch to the steering column and tighten the bolts.
2. Connect the back drive cable to the ignition switch.
3. Install the spacer collar and the snapring to the steering shaft.
4. Connect the electrical connector to the ignition switch.
5. Install the lock cylinder into the switch.
6. Install the turn signal switch screws and the turn signal switch.
7. Install the four screws and the coil assembly to the turn signal switch.
8. Connect the coil assembly wiring harness to the turn signal switch.
9. Install the two piece steering column cover and the two piece steering column cover screws.
10. Raise the steering column and install the upper steering column mounting bolts. Tighten the bolts to 18 ft. lbs. (24 Nm).
11. Install the left lower dash trim panel and tighten the lower dash trim panel screws.
12. Install the lap air deflector and tighten the lap air deflector screws.
13. Install the knee pad assembly and tighten the five screws, the bolt and the nut attaching the assembly.
14. Install the engine hood opener cable.
15. Install the engine hood opener and tighten the two screws.
16. Connect the electrical connector to the cigar lighter bezel and install the bezel.
17. Connect the electrical connector to the left switch bezel and install the bezel.
18. Install the steering wheel.
19. Connect the negative battery terminal to the battery.

that?

First if the airbag is present, disable it and remove the airbag module. Remove the steering wheel and steering lock and spacer sleeve.Remove lower and upper column clamp bolts. Remove upper and lower column retaining bolts and remove the assembly. Reverse these step for installing. You can get quality replacement of steering column at http://www.carsteering.com/steering-column/

Removal & Installation

If the vehicle is not equipped with an air bag, skip Step 1 and simply disconnect the negative battery cable. Also, disregard all instructions below related to air bags.

1. If equipped, disable the SIR system, as outlined in Section 6 of this manual.
   
2. If not already done, disconnect the negative battery cable.
   
3. Lower the steering column; be sure to properly support it.
   

Exploded view of the steering column housing

1. Position the switch in the OFF-UNLOCKED position. With the lock cylinder removed, the rod is in LOCK when it is in the next to the uppermost detent; OFF-UNLOCKED is 2 detents from the top.
   
2. Remove both switch screws, then remove the switch assembly.
   

Double check the wiring to the ignition unit and make sure everything is still lined up correctly.

Ignition Switch REMOVAL & INSTALLATION 1982–91 Vehicles The switch is located on the steering column and is completely inaccessible without first lowering the steering column. The switch is actuated by a rod and rack assembly. A gear on the end of the lock cylinder engages the toothed upper end of the rod.

1. Lower the steering column; be sure to properly support it.
2. Put the switch in the OFF-UNLOCKED position. With the cylinder removed, the rod is in OFF-UNLOCKED position when it is in the next to the uppermost detent.
3. Unfasten the two switch screws and remove the switch assembly. Fig. 1: Removal and installation of the ignition switch and related steering column components — 1990 vehicle shown
   Fig. 2: Exploded view of a steering column including the ignition switch — 1990 vehicle with standard column shown
   Fig. 3: Exploded view of the steering column including the ignition switch — 1990 vehicle with tilt column shown
   To install:
   
4. Before installing, move the new switch slider (standard columns with automatic transaxle) to the extreme left position. Move the switch slider (standard columns with manual transaxle) to the extreme left position. Move the slider (adjustable columns with automatic transaxle) to the extreme right position and then move the slider one detent to the left (off lock). Move the slider (adjustable columns with manual transaxle) to the extreme right position.
5. Install the activating rod into the switch and assemble the switch on the column. Tighten the mounting screws. Use only the specified screws, since overlength screws could impair the collapsibility of the column.
6. Reinstall the steering column.

Here's a copy of a service bulletin on your problem.

I'll bet the dealer says $300 for parts and 2 hrs labor.:screwy:

Ignition Key - Will Not Turn And/Or Cannot Be Removed
NUMBER: 23-23-00
GROUP: Body
DATE: JUNE 30, 2000
SUBJECT:
Ignition Key Will Not Turn And/Or Cannot Be Removed
MODELS:
1997 - 2000 (NS) Town & Country/Caravan/Voyager
OVERVIEW:
This bulletin involves performing one or any combination of the following procedures; cutting a new ignition key, and/or adjusting transmission shifter cable, and/or replacing the ignition lock cylinder and/or replacing the ignition lock housing and switch assembly.
SYMPTOM/CONDITION:
1. Cannot turn the ignition key when attempting to start vehicle, this condition may be intermittent.
2. Unable to remove the ignition key from the lock cylinder.
PARTS REQUIRED:
AR(1)04778115 Key
AR(1)05003843AB Cylinder, Ignition Lock
AR(1)04690523 Assembly, Ignition Switch and Lock Housing
EQUIPMENT POSSIBLY REQUIRED:
Key Cutter such as Pentastar Service Equipment (PSE) IL-MK1-P2627 or
IL-ECM-100
T-27 Torx Bit
T-25 Torx Bit
T-10 Tamper Resistant Torx Bit
SR-706059 Lock Cylinder Build Kit, Pentastar Service Equipment (PSE)
DIAGNOSIS/REPAIR PROCEDURE:
DOES NOT REQUIRE HOISTS OR OTHER FULL SERVICE FACILITY SPECIAL EQUIPMENT. THIS REPAIR IS COMPATIBLE WITH DAIMLERCHRYSLERS MOBILE SERVICE PROGRAM.
SYMPTOM/CONDITION ONE
1. Ensure the steering wheel is centered and the vehicle is positioned on a level surface.
2. Disconnect the negative battery cable.
3. Insert ignition key into the ignition lock cylinder and attempt to rotate the key to the start position and then the accessory position.
4. If the key does not turn, remove the key from the lock cylinder and rotate it 180°. Reinsert the key into the lock cylinder and attempt to rotate the key. If the key does not turn skip to step 14. If the key does turn make a new key.
NOTE: USE THE KEY CODE ON THE VEHICLE INVOICE TO CORRECTLY CUT THE NEW KEY. KEY CODES ARE ALSO AVAILABLE USING THE D.I.A.L. SYSTEM, MAIN MENU OPTION 13. DO NOT USE A KEY DUPLICATOR TO MAKE THE NEW KEY.
5. Insert the new ignition key into the ignition lock cylinder and attempt to rotate the key to the start position and then the accessory position.
6. If the key turns, remove the key from the lock cylinder and turn it over 180°and reinsert the key into the lock cylinder. Attempt to rotate the key.
7. If the key turns, repeat steps 5 and 6 ten times. If the key continues to rotate smoothly the repair is complete. If the key fails to turn smoothly at each rotation attempt, continue to step 8.
8. Remove the ignition lock cylinder using the procedure outlined on page 8D-29 of the 2000 Town & Country, Caravan and Voyager Service Manual (Publication No. 81-370-0005). DO NOT ATTEMPT TO DISASSEMBLE THE Lock CYLINDER.
9. Build a new lock cylinder to the key code on the vehicle invoice, using the instructions in the Pentastar Service Equipment SR-706059 Lock Cylinder Build Kit.
10. Install the new ignition lock cylinder using the procedure outlined on page 8D-29 of the 2000 Town & Country, Caravan and Voyager Service Manual (Publication No. 81-370-0005).
11. Insert the new ignition key into the new ignition lock cylinder and attempt to rotate the key to the start position and then the accessory position.
12. If the key turns, remove the key from the lock cylinder and turn it over 180°and reinsert the key into the lock cylinder. Attempt to rotate the key.
13. If the key turns, repeat steps 11 and 12 ten times. If the key continues to rotate smoothly the repair is complete. If the key fails to turn smoothly at each rotation attempt, continue to step 14.
14. Remove the ignition lock housing and ignition switch as an assembly using the procedure outlined beginning on page 19-47 of the 2000 Town & Country, Caravan and Voyager Service Manual (Publication No. 81-370-0005).
NOTE: SKIP STEPS 13 AND 14 OF THE SERVICE MANUAL REMOVAL PROCEDURE SO THE IGNITION LOCK HOUSING AND IGNITION SWITCH ARE REMOVED AS AN ASSEMBLY.
15. Install a new ignition lock housing and ignition switch assembly, p/n 04690523, using the procedure outlined beginning on page 19-49 of the 2000 Town & Country, Caravan and Voyager Service Manual (Publication No. 81-370-0005).
NOTE: PRIOR TO PERFORMING STEP 2 OF THE SERVICE MANUAL LOCK HOUSING INSTALLATION PROCEDURE, INSTALL THEN REMOVE THE TWO LOCK CYLINDER HOUSING MOUNTING SCREWS INTO THE LOCK HOUSING MOUNTING HOLES TO CREATE THE THREADS IN THE HOLES.FAILURE TO CREATE THE MOUNTING HOLE THREADS PRIOR TO INSTALLATION TO THE STEERING COLUMN MAY CAUSE MISALIGNMENT OF THE LOCK HOUSING TO STEERING COLUMN AND DAMAGE BINDING OF STEERING COLUMN MAY RESULT.
STEPS 5 AND 6 OF THE SERVICE MANUAL INSTALLATION PROCEDURE FOR THE LOCK HOUSING ARE NOT NECESSARY FOR THIS TSB PROCEDURE.
WHEN PERFORMING STEP 9 OF THE SERVICE MANUAL PROCEDURE USE THE NEW LOCK CYLINDER THAT WAS BUILT IN STEP 9 OF THE SYMPTOM/CONDITION ONE DIAGNOSIS / REPAIR PROCEDURE OF THIS BULLETIN.
16. Insert the new ignition key into the new ignition lock cylinder and attempt to rotate the key to the start position and then the accessory position.
17. If the key turns, remove the key from the lock cylinder and turn it over 180°and reinsert the key into the lock cylinder. Attempt to rotate the key.
18. If the key turns, repeat steps 16 and 17 ten times. If the key continues to rotate smoothly the repair is complete.
SYMPTOM/CONDITION TWO
1. Check the operation of the shift lever. The shift lever should fall freely away from the driver when it is brought up into the Park position.
2. If the shift lever does not seat fully up and away from the driver the column will not allow the key to be removed.
3. If binding of the shift lever is discovered, adjust the transmission shift cable using the procedure outlined on page 21-114 of the 2000 Town & Country, Caravan and Voyager Service Manual (Publication No. 81-370-0005).

I hope this helps....these are the steps to removing and replacing the cylinder:

1. Remove the knee bolster.
   
2. Remove the steering column trim covers from the steering column.
   
3. Disconnect the steering column electrical connectors.
   
4. Remove the wire harness assembly from the steering column and the wire harness strap.
   
5. Slide the 2 connectors of the turn signal and multifunction switch assembly out of the bulkhead connector.
   
6. Remove the key alarm connector from the lock module assembly in the following way:
   
7. Rotate the key alarm connector 90 degrees.
   
8. Pull the key alarm connector out of the lock module assembly.
   
9. Remove the passkey connector from the lock module assembly.
   
10. Remove the connector from the electric park lock, for vehicles equipped with floor shifters.
    
11. Remove the ignition switch from the lock module using tool J42759 or equivalent.
    

To install:

1. Install the ignition switch to the lock module
   
2. Install the key alarm connector into the lock module assembly.
   
3. Push the key alarm connector into the lock module assembly.
   
4. Rotate the key alarm connector 90 degrees so that the key alarm connector locks into place.
   
5. Install the passkey connector into the lock module assembly.
   
6. Install the connector to the electric park lock, for vehicles equipped with floor shifters.
   
7. Slide the 2 connectors of the turn signal and multifunction switch into the bulkhead connector.
   
8. Attach the wire harness assembly to the steering column wire harness strap.
   
9. Connect the steering column electrical connectors to the vehicle.
   
10. Install the trim covers to the column.
    
11. Install the knee bolster.
    
12. Enable the SIR system.
    
13. It may be necessary to reprogram the theft deterrent system if the module was replaced.
    

If the vehicle is not equipped with an air bag, skip Step 1 and simply disconnect the negative battery cable. Also, disregard all instructions below related to air bags.

1. If equipped, disable the SIR system, as outlined in Section 6 of this manual.
   
2. If not already done, disconnect the negative battery cable.
   
3. Remove the turn signal switch assembly.
   
4. Remove the key from the lock cylinder. Remove the buzzer switch and clip.
   
5. Reinsert the key into the lock cylinder and turn it to the LOCK position.
   
6. Remove the cylinder lock-to-steering column screw, then remove the lock set.
   
7. If equipped, detach the pass key connector.
   

To install:

1. Install the lock cylinder, attach the pass key connector (if equipped), then tighten the lock-to-steering column screw to 22 inch lbs. (2.5 Nm).
   
2. Position the key in the RUN position and reverse the removal procedures.
   
3. Install the turn signal switch.
   
4. If equipped with the SIR system, properly enable the system, as outlined in Section 6 of this section.
   
5. If not already done, connect the negative battery cable, then check the turn signals for proper operation.