Volkswagen New Beetle. Manual - part 206

Fig. 97: Identifying Position Of Key In Lock Cylinder
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2. Position "Drive"  

3. Position "Start"  

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Insert wire (approx. 1.2 mm diameter) in drilling next to ignition key -arrow-. See Fig. 98 .  

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Release lock cylinder securing lever using wire -2- and remove lock cylinder from steering lock housing. 

 

2003 Volkswagen New Beetle GLS 

1998-2004 ACCESSORIES & EQUIPMENT Lights, Switches - Exterior - New Beetle

  

Fig. 98: Removing Lock Cylinder 
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1. Lock cylinder  

 

2003 Volkswagen New Beetle GLS 

1998-2004 ACCESSORIES & EQUIPMENT Lights, Switches - Exterior - New Beetle

  

2. Wire (approx. 1.2 mm diameter)  

3. Securing lever  

Installing 

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Insert ignition key into lock cylinder.  

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Turn to "Drive" position.  

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Release securing lever using wire (approx. 1.2 mm diameter) and insert lock cylinder in steering lock 
housing.  

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Remove wire out from lock cylinder and check that lock cylinder is seated properly in steering lock 
housing.  

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Install steering column switches and steering wheel trim. See STEERING COLUMN SWITCHES .  

IGNITION/STARTER SWITCH, REMOVING AND INSTALLING 

Special tools and equipment 

Sealant "D2" 

Removing 

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Disconnect battery. See BATTERY, DISCONNECTING AND RECONNECTING .  

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Remove upper and lower steering column switch trim. See REMOVING .  

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Disconnect multi-pin connector from ignition/starter switch. 

CAUTION: Before beginning repairs on the electrical system: 

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Obtain the anti-theft radio security code.  

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Switch off all electrical consumers.  

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Switch off ignition and remove ignition key.  

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Disconnect negative ( - ) battery terminal.  

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When disconnecting and reconnecting battery terminals, observe all 
applicable Notes and torque specifications, as well as instructions on 
performing OBD program and electrical system function checks as 
specified. See BATTERY, DISCONNECTING AND RECONNECTING .  

 

2003 Volkswagen New Beetle GLS 

1998-2004 ACCESSORIES & EQUIPMENT Lights, Switches - Exterior - New Beetle

  

Fig. 99: Locating Ignition/Starter Switch Screws 
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Remove locking fluid (paint) from threaded holes of screws -A-.  

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Loosen two screws -A- slightly and pull ignition/starter switch out from steering lock housing in direction 
shown -arrow-.  

Installing 

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Push ignition/starter switch into steering lock housing. 

NOTE:

When installing the ignition/starter lock switch ensure that the 
ignition/starter lock switch and the lock cylinder are in the same position, 
e.g. "ignition on".

 

2003 Volkswagen New Beetle GLS 

1998-2004 ACCESSORIES & EQUIPMENT Lights, Switches - Exterior - New Beetle