Econoline E150 1/2 Ton V8-4.6L SOHC VIN W (2001)
Ignition Switch Lock Cylinder: Service and Repair
Ignition Lock Cylinder - Non Functional
Ignition Switch Lock Cylinder-Non-Functional Lock Cylinder
Removal and Installation
1. Disconnect the battery ground cable(s) and wait at least one minute to allow the depletion of the restraint system backup power supply.
2. WARNING: To avoid the risk of serious personal injury, read and follow all warnings, cautions, notes and instructions in the
Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) deactivation procedure.
Deactivate the Supplemental Restraint System (SRS).
3. WARNING: To avoid the risk of serious personal injury, read and follow all warnings, cautions, notes and instructions in the steering
wheel removal and installation procedure.
Remove the steering wheel.
4. Twist off the cap from the ignition switch lock cylinder.
5. Remove the ignition switch lock cylinder.
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Use a 1/8-inch diameter drill bit to drill out the lock cylinder retaining pin.
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Use a 3/8-inch diameter drill to drill down the middle of the ignition lock key slot until the ignition switch lock cylinder breaks loose.
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Remove and discard the ignition switch lock cylinder and drill shavings from the steering column.
