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Subject:Re: Where to get ignition key?
From:Mike Collum
Date:Mon, 27 Aug 2007 09:29:49 -0400

Assuming all locks are original, you can remove a front door handle and
get the key code from one of the two tines of the fork thereon.

To remove the door handle, pull the door's rubber strip away, just a
bit, from the area directly aft of the handle itself.  A Phillips head
screw will be exposed.  Remove that screw and the outside handle can
then move forward and come out.  You may have to clean up the tines just
to see the numbers.

I had to replace my "Worn" key and used the key code to have Steve
Sandlin make a new one for me.  He has done other key and lock work for
me and does excellent work.

www.steveslockshop.com

I just tried that link and it timed out.  Maybe it's just a temporary
problem.  Anyway, any qualified locksmith should be able to cut a new
key from the "Code" you get from the front handle.

Mike

karen k wrote:
> My iginition key has worn unevely on 1 side.  Sometimes when I put in the
> ignition, the van  doesn't start but if I use the other side it starts. I
> don't want to dulicate key at local key shop since it will duplicate as is.
>  Where can  I get another original key?  I assume dealer but any place
> else?  How do I know where the code is for ignition key?  Thanks
>
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