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Porsche-Eh · 01-16-2018, 01:40 PM

I had my whole ignition out less than 1 month ago so this is still fresh in my memory. I'll post some picts for you after I dig them out of my phone.

Also check out: https://www.google.ca/search?q=986+cluster+removal&rlz=1C1GGRV_enCA751CA751&oq=986+cluster+removal&aqs=chrome..69i57j69i60.4943j0j8&sourceid=chrome&ie=UTF-8#kpvalbx=1

I like her videos and your cluster removal will be the same.

I'm assuming you have a complete DIY write-up so I won't go into a ton of detail but,
most importantly, I did NOT have to remove my cluster to remove the ignition lock. I removed my cluster so I could de-CEL my car. BUT, it is easier if you remove it because you can then easily push the little pin on the lock down. But a 90 degree little screwdriver will work if you can reach your hand up in there from underneath. Thus, if you can't get your cluster out for whatever reason you can still do this job. It will just be more painful.

If you swapped your ignition switch then you already know how to remove the vent down there (foot-well) and with that out of the way you can see the bolt and nut that holds the lock to the column. The little pin is close to that and with your key in the ON position, you can push the little pin down. You'll also need to remove the screw that can only be accessed with the driver's side vent out. After that the whole assembly pulls out to the left and then you disconnect the RFID transmitter wires and ignition switch plug from the back.

Hope these help, I edited them with MS Paint to point out where you need to push the little pin down from. As you can see, you should be able to access this easily enough from underneath. That said, my driver's seat was also out so I didn't have to contort as much as you normally do when working down there (been there done that).

01-16-2018, 01:40 PM	#3
Porsche-Eh Registered User Join Date: Dec 2017 Location: Canada Posts: 73	I had my whole ignition out less than 1 month ago so this is still fresh in my memory. I'll post some picts for you after I dig them out of my phone. Also check out: https://www.google.ca/search?q=986+cluster+removal&rlz=1C1GGRV_enCA751CA751&oq=986+cluster+removal&aqs=chrome..69i57j69i60.4943j0j8&sourceid=chrome&ie=UTF-8#kpvalbx=1 I like her videos and your cluster removal will be the same. I'm assuming you have a complete DIY write-up so I won't go into a ton of detail but, most importantly, I did NOT have to remove my cluster to remove the ignition lock. I removed my cluster so I could de-CEL my car. BUT, it is easier if you remove it because you can then easily push the little pin on the lock down. But a 90 degree little screwdriver will work if you can reach your hand up in there from underneath. Thus, if you can't get your cluster out for whatever reason you can still do this job. It will just be more painful. If you swapped your ignition switch then you already know how to remove the vent down there (foot-well) and with that out of the way you can see the bolt and nut that holds the lock to the column. The little pin is close to that and with your key in the ON position, you can push the little pin down. You'll also need to remove the screw that can only be accessed with the driver's side vent out. After that the whole assembly pulls out to the left and then you disconnect the RFID transmitter wires and ignition switch plug from the back. Hope these help, I edited them with MS Paint to point out where you need to push the little pin down from. As you can see, you should be able to access this easily enough from underneath. That said, my driver's seat was also out so I didn't have to contort as much as you normally do when working down there (been there done that). Attached Images Last edited by Porsche-Eh; 01-16-2018 at 02:12 PM.