Crown Victoria V8-281 4.6L SFI (1998)
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Ignition Switch Lock Cylinder: Service and Repair
Cylinder Inoperative
NOTE: The following procedure applies to vehicles in which the ignition switch lock cylinder is inoperative and the ignition switch lock cylinder
cannot be rotated due to a lost or broken ignition switch lock cylinder key, unknown key number or a lock cylinder cap that has been damaged or broken.
REMOVAL
1. Disconnect battery ground cable.
2. Remove steering wheel.
3. Through the access hole in the lower shroud, use a small pilot punch to center punch the retaining pin and then drill out with 1/8 inch diameter
drill.
4. Using channel lock pliers or vise grip pliers, twist lock cylinder cap until it separates from the ignition switch lock cylinder.
5. Using a 3/8-inch diameter drill, drill down middle of ignition switch lock cylinder key slot approximately 44 mm (1-3/4 inch) until ignition switch
lock cylinder breaks loose from breakaway base of lock cylinder. Remove lock cylinder and drill shavings from lock cylinder housing.
6. Remove retainer, washer, ignition switch lock cylinder and actuator. Thoroughly clean all drill shavings and other foreign materials from casting.
7. Carefully inspect ignition switch lock cylinder housing for damage from the above operation. If damage is apparent, housing must be replaced.
INSTALLATION
1. Replace lock cylinder housing if damaged.
2. Install the steering column lock gear and steering column lock housing bearing, bearing retainer and ignition switch lock cylinder as described.
3. Install the trim and electrical parts.
4. Install ignition switch lock cylinder.
5. Install steering wheel.
6. Connect battery ground cable.
7. Check ignition switch lock cylinder for proper operation.