22. REMOVE THRUST STOPPER (a) Using snap ring pliers, remove the snap ring. (b) Remove the thrust stopper. (c) Remove the O-ring from the thrust stopper. INSPECTION AND REPAIR OF STEERING COLUMN 1. INSPECT STEERING LOCK OPERATION Check that the steering lock mechanism operates properly. 2. IF NECESSARY, REPLACE KEY CYLINDER (a) Place the ignition key at the ACC position. (b) Push down the stop key with a thin rod, and pull out the key cylinder. (c) Make sure that the ignition key is at the ACC position. (d) Install a new key cylinder. 3. (w/ AT) IF NECESSARY, REPLACE KEY INTERLOCK SOLENOID (a) Remove the two screws and solenoid. (b) Install a new solenoid with the two screws. ASSEMBLY OF STEERING COLUMN (See page SR-7) 1. COAT ALL RABBING PARTS WITH MP GREASE 2. INSTALL THRUST STOPPER (a) Install a new O-ring to the thrust stopper. (b) Install the thrust stopper. (c) Using snap ring pliers, install the snap ring.