[Shotimes] Lost Ignition Key Replacement

[Paul Nimz]

Here's how to remove an ignition lock without a key.  A bit invasive.....


Non-Functional


Removal

The following procedure applies to vehicles in which the ignition lock is
inoperative and the lock cylinder cannot be rotated due to a lost or broken
lock cylinder key, unknown key number, or a lock cylinder cap that has been
damaged and/or broken to the extent that the lock cylinder cannot be
rotated.

1. Disconnect battery ground cable.

2. Remove steering wheel as outlined.

3. Using channel-lock pliers or vise-grip-type pliers, twist lock cylinder
cap until it separates from lock cylinder.

4. Using a 3/8-inch diameter drill, drill down middle of ignition lock key
slot approximately 44mm (1-3/4 inch) until lock cylinder breaks loose from
breakaway base of lock cylinder. Remove lock cylinder and drill shavings
from lock cylinder housing.

5. Remove retainer, washer, ignition switch and actuator. Thoroughly clean
all drill shavings and other foreign materials from casting.

6. Carefully inspect lock cylinder housing for damage from the above
operation. If damage is apparent, housing must be replaced.


Installation

1. Replace lock cylinder housing, if damaged.

2. Install actuator and ignition switch as outlined.

3. Install trim and electrical parts.

4. Install new ignition lock cylinder as outlined.

5. Install steering wheel as outlined.

6. Check lock cylinder operation.

Paul Nimz
'97 TR SHO
'93 EG mtx SHO





----- Original Message -----
From: "David Griffin" <shobiz89@bellsouth.net>
To: "shotimes" <shotimes@autox.team.net>; "Chris "Zap""
<zap@columbus.rr.com>
Sent: Wednesday, January 15, 2003 10:15 AM
Subject: Re: [Shotimes] Lost Ignition Key Replacement


> You could just replace the switch.
> A new switch should only be about $35 at your local AutoZone.
>
> David Griffin
> Chattanooga
> 89 SHO 187k
> 90 SHO 88k
> ----- Original Message -----
> From: "Chris "Zap"" <zap@columbus.rr.com>
> To: "RF & Jo Tanner" <mjotann@concentric.net>; <Shotimes@autox.team.net>
> Sent: Wednesday, January 15, 2003 10:23 AM
> Subject: Re: [Shotimes] Lost Ignition Key Replacement
>
>
> > Out of curiosity, how is the car started without an ignition key?  I
> > couldn't get key information for my '95, which has a key that was cut
> really
> > bad and so it only works one way.  Also, the car has none of the
original
> > paperwork (window sticker, key cards, etc.)  So I'm still trying to
figure
> > out what to do to get a good key made.  I figure maybe someone could
read
> > the key code from the lock cylinder to rekey a new cylinder (I've got
the
> > classic spinning cylinder problem) and also cut a "perfect" key from
that
> > keycode.  I believe to remove the lock cylinder you have to have the key
> > (duh) so you can't just replace it with a new AZ part at the cost of
about
> > $25.  Speaking of which, does anyone know if the generic AZ replacements
> > work on the MTX due to the key-release switch or is there a special part
> > needed?
> >
> > Chris
> > '95 Emerald Green MTX
> > Joy's '94 Moonlight Blue MTX
> > ----- Original Message -----
> > From: "RF & Jo Tanner" <mjotann@concentric.net>
> > To: <Shotimes@autox.team.net>
> > Sent: Wednesday, January 15, 2003 9:48 AM
> > Subject: [Shotimes] Lost Ignition Key Replacement
> >
> >
> > > Just bought a 89 SHO that does not have an ignition key. Locksmith
wants
> > > a cost of  $100.00 to make a key
> > > which is a third of the cost of the car. Ford dealers say they have no
> > > records of VIN versus key code older
> > > than 96. Not that I am cheap, but only parsimonious in my hope to keep
> > > the costs down and my AWA happy.
> > > Anyone have an idea of how to get a key at a lower cost?
> > > Thanks in advance for any good and low cost ideas.
> > > R. F.
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