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Subject:Re: replacing lock cylinders + ignition switch
From:mark drillock
Date:Thu, 24 Apr 2003 07:45:46 -0700

That is the procedure for changing the ignition SWITCH. He asked how to
change the LOCK without changing the switch. Completely different part.
The lock goes in from above, the switch from below. Bentley page 94.4
shows what must be done to get the lock cylinder out.

Mark

Bob Stevens wrote:
>
> A procedure for changing the ignition lock:
>
> This came to me from Daniel Danrich.
>
> All you need to remove is [in this order];
> 1. ignition key from switch;
> ...................................

>  >........
>  > Anyone have an idea as to the cost,
>  > difficulty, and time, of a lock switch. Easiest and least expensive way
>  > is best of course  i.e. can the lock cylinders be replaced without changing
>  > the door handles and the ignition switch.
>  >
>  > I'm suspecting the ignition is a PIA and pricey :(
>  > TIA
>  > Jeff
>  > 83.5 Westy