Savana 1/2 Ton Van V8-305 5.0L VIN M SFI (1998)
to unfreeze or loosen lock cylinder components, refer to steps 2 through 4 below for proper methods of lubrication.
Frozen lock cylinders due to cold weather may be repaired using the following procedure:
1. Apply heat to cylinder with a heat gun while being careful not to damage the painted surfaces.
2. Hold the door shutter open with a paper clip (or similar item) and force air into cylinders using compressed air and a blow gun attachment.
3. While holding the shutter door open, inject a small amount of lubricant (refer to above recommendations) into cylinder.
4. Work the key into the cylinder several times and wipe any excess lubricati6n residue from key.