Non-Functional Lock Cylinder

Removal
1. Disconnect the battery ground cable.
2. Remove the steering wheel.





3. Twist off the cap from the [1][2]ignition switch lock cylinder.





4. Remove the [1][2]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 diameter drill to drill down the middle of the ignition lock key slot until the [1][2]ignition switch lock cylinder breaks loose.
- Remove and discard the [1][2]ignition switch lock cylinder and drill shavings from the steering column.





5. CAUTION: Carefully note the position of the steering column lock gear, bearing and retainer prior to removal.

Remove the bearing retainer.





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

Installation

Note: The narrow section of the keyhole in the lock gear must be in the 1 o'clock position.





1. Install the steering column lock gear and bearing.
- Use Ignition Lock Grease F0AZ-19584-A or equivalent meeting Ford specification ESA-M1C232-A to coat the steering column lock gear and the steering column lock housing bearing.
- The narrow section of the keyhole must be in the 1 o'clock position, with the tab inboard at the 3 o'clock position and rotate it counterclockwise.





2. Install the bearing retainer firmly to engage the four retention tabs into the lock housing.
3. Install the steering wheel.





4. Install the [1][2]ignition switch lock cylinder.
- Verify [1][2]ignition switch lock cylinder operation.