What does the ignition cylinder connect to?
The ignition cylinder is mechanically connected to the steering wheel lock, so a potential thief cannot steer the car without the key.
What does the actuator pin do?
A benefit of the steering column actuator is it creates a lock to prevent the ignition key from being removed from the tumbler while the key is in the start, on, or accessory position. You could also hammer a screwdriver straight into the ignition lock breaking the pins in the cylinder and then just turn to start.
How do you remove the cylinder from an ignition switch?
Now remove the key cylinder by inserting the key, turn to ON (or somewhere between ON and ACC) position and push a small screwdriver or a small punch into the hole underneath the housing to release the key cylinder. Once the release button is pushed, the cylinder pulls right out.
How is the ignition switch connected to the car?
The ignition switch itself is connected to the ignition cylinder by a shaft or lever. Inside the ignition switch, several contacts connect vital electrical systems needed to start and run the car.
Where is the ignition switch tumbler rod located?
The ignition switch is the difficult part, as you have to remove it to get out the broken end of the rod. >>Now, some instructions for the DIYer. First remove the plastic cover & metal cowling that sits under the steering column.
What’s the best way to fix an ignition switch?
How To Fix It: The best way to do this is to get a new lockset, with new keys and a new cylinder. You might consider getting a matched lockset that includes the door and trunk cylinders. The ignition switch itself is connected to the ignition cylinder by a shaft or lever.
Now remove the key cylinder by inserting the key, turn to ON (or somewhere between ON and ACC) position and push a small screwdriver or a small punch into the hole underneath the housing to release the key cylinder. Once the release button is pushed, the cylinder pulls right out.
How to turn ignition switch lock barrel tumbler rod?
I used a pair of needle pliers to pull/push the rod in while twisting it as it didn’t come straight out. Then turn the Cam Rod so it’s in the same position as the old one was in when you first took it apart. This should prevent you from placing the rod in the 180 degree wrong position.
Where are the screws for the ignition switch?
Following the ignition housing to the backside you find the ignition switch held in by 2 screws that are difficult to access. As there is little room to see or get a screwdriver in there. You will have to push aside the air duct to get to them.
What are the parts numbers on a Ford ignition switch?
Ford OEM part numbers D4AZ-3E717-A is the brass gear. D1AZ-3E723-C is the rack (upper actuator) The lower actuator part can be bought from Dorman Products 83280. Ford OEM E9T2-3E715-B. The lower actuator is the common part that fails.