1995 Ford Crown Victoria Ignition Lock

1995 FORD CROWN VICTORIA

54,000 MILES • V8 • 2WD • AUTOMATIC

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The ignition lock in this car has a pin that is jammed in an incorrect position. The ignition key will not go into the lock straight so I can not insert the key to turn the ignition to the on position to remove the lock cylinder. Is there an alternate method to remove this cylinder for replacement other than tearing the the steering column apart?

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Nov 16, 2008 at 5:31 PM

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Hello

I have attached the information on how to remove a non-functional lock

Non-Functional Lock

Notes

Disconnect battery ground cable.
Remove steering wheel.
Using channel lock or locking pliers, twist ignition cap or bezel until it separates from ignition switch.
Using a 3/8 inch diameter drill, drill down middle of key slot, approximately 1 3/4 inches, until ignition switch lock cylinder breaks loose from breakaway base of ignition switch lock cylinder.
Remove lock cylinder and clean drill shavings from steering column tube flange.
Remove steering column upper bearing retainer, steering column lock housing bearing, ignition switch lock cylinder and steering column lock gear. Thoroughly clean all drill shavings and other foreign material from casting.
Install new ignition lock cylinder.

Nov 16, 2008 at 5:45 PM

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