Town Car V8-302 5.0L (1987)
Ignition Lock: Service and Repair
Ignition Lock Replace
1.
Disconnect battery ground cable.
2.
On models with tilt wheel, remove upper column extension shroud by unsnapping from retaining clip at 9 o'clock position.
3.
Remove steering column trim shroud.
4.
Disconnect key warning switch electrical connector.
5.
Turn ignition lock to ``On'' position.
6.
Using a {1-8} inch pin or punch located in the 4 o'clock hole and 1{1-4} inch from outer edge of lock cylinder housing, depress retaining pin
while pulling the lock cylinder from housing.
7.
Turn lock cylinder to ``On'' position and insert cylinder into housing. Ensure that the lock cylinder is fully seated and aligned into the interlocking
washer before turning key to ``Off'' position. This will permit the retaining pin to extend into the lock cylinder housing hole.
8.
Rotate key to check for proper mechanical operation.
9.
Connect key warning switch electrical connector.
10.
Connect battery ground cable.
11.
Check for proper operation.
