Ignition Lock Cylinder - Non Functional

IGNITION LOCK CYLINDER - NON FUNCTIONAL

REMOVAL
1. Remove the steering wheel assembly.







2. Twist off the cap from the ignition switch cylinder.







3. NOTE: The lock cylinder is repaired by discarding the inoperative lock cylinder and building a new lock cylinder using the appropriate lock repair package (F85Z-11582-AA). The lock repair package includes a detailed instruction sheet to build the new lock cylinder to the current key code of the vehicle.

Remove the ignition switch lock cylinder.
- Use a 1/8-inch diameter drill bit to drill out the lock cylinder retaining pin.
- Use a 3/8-inch drill bit to drill down the middle of the ignition lock key slot until the ignition switch lock cylinder breaks loose.
- Remove and discard the ignition switch lock cylinder and clean the drill shavings from the steering column.







4. Remove the bearing retainer.







5. Remove the bearing and gear.
- Thoroughly clean all drill shavings from the steering column and inspect it for damage.

INSTALLATION







1. Install the gear and the bearing.







2. Install the bearing retainer.







3. Install a new ignition switch lock cylinder.
- Verify ignition switch lock cylinder operation.

4. WARNING: To reduce the risk of serious personal injury, read and follow all warnings, notes and instructions in the steering wheel removal and installation procedure.

Install the steering wheel.