OEM Ford Explorer Sport Ignition Lock Cylinder

Ford Explorer Sport Ignition Lock Cylinder Parts Questions & Experts Answers

• Ignition Lock Cylinder
  1L3Z-11582-A
  Q: How to service a non-functional Ignition Lock Cylinder on Ford Explorer Sport?

  A: Starting the lock cylinder service on a non-functioning ignition switch requires front wheel positioning in straight-ahead position followed by battery ground cable battery removal at least for one minute. Follow the safety guidelines to remove the steering wheel assembly components. Turn off the cover shield from the ignition switch cylinder block. Lock repair package F85Z-1 1582-AA provides instructions to build new lock cylinders compatible with the vehicle key code so that the inoperative cylinder needs replacement. Begin ignitions switch lock cylinder extraction through two drilling procedures using 1/8-inch and 3/8-inch drill bits. Drill out the lock cylinder retaining pin followed by the drilling of the ignition lock key slot until the lock cylinder detaches from its position. Eliminate the existing ignition switch lock cylinder while you clean out all drill debris from the steering column. You must first take away the bearing retainer together with bearing and gear and double-check that all drill shavings are properly wiped clean from the steering column before examining it for possible damage. Finish the installation with the reverse uninstallation process then put in the new ignition switch lock cylinder before testing its functionality.