Lock Cylinder Non-Functional

REMOVAL

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


1. Disconnect battery ground cable.
2. Remove steering wheel.
3. Using locking-type pliers, twist ignition switch lock cylinder cap or bezel until it separates from ignition switch lock cylinder.
4. Using a 9.5 mm (3/8-inch) diameter drill, drill down middle of key slot approximately 44 mm (1-3/4 inch) until ignition switch lock cylinder breaks loose from breakaway base of ignition switch lock cylinder. Remove ignition switch lock cylinder and drill shavings from steering column 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 steering column lock cylinder housing for damage from the above operation. If damage is apparent, steering column lock cylinder housing must be replaced.

INSTALLATION
1. Replace steering column lock cylinder housing if damaged.
2. Install actuator and ignition switch.
3. Install trim and electrical parts.
4. Install new ignition lock cylinder.
5. Check lock cylinder operation.