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How To Remove Ignition Lock Cylinder Chevy Without Key. Unbolt the ignition switch housing and assembly which contains the lock cylinder. Remove lock retaining screw and the lock cylinder. Close all of the vehicles doors. To simply replace the old and worn ignition lock cylinder.
There are two parts to removing this component. Torque lock retaining screw to 22 inch lbs. Release the ignition lock cylinder the RUN position. Using an awl insert the tip into the ignition lock cylinder access hole 1. Some models have interchangeable lock cylinders that can be removed by turning the ignition key to the accessories position and inserting a pin into a pin hole with a release mechanism. Sometimes you can punch it out but drilling is easier.
Close all of the vehicles doors.
Simply loosen the tabs to pull out the switch. For like 20 min to kill the air bagremove the bagthen the wheel with the puller you rentedthe tool to remove the clip for the lock plate come next also rented from Auto Zone or such like The tumbler is held in with a pin that unscrewsthen the cyl. Use a socket wrench or a flat screwdriver to remove the bolts and mounting screws on the ignition switch. Reverse procedure to install noting the following. Insert and remove the ignition key twice without rotating the ignition lock cylinder. In this video I show you a couple of methods you can use to fix a stuck or sticky ignition lock cylinder or if that fails to remove it with or without a key.