Econoline E250 3/4 Ton V8-5.4L SOHC VIN L (1998)
Ignition Switch Lock Cylinder: Service and Repair
Replacement, Non-Functional
REMOVAL
NOTE: The following procedure applies to vehicles in which the ignition lock is inoperative and the lock cylinder cannot be rotated due to a lost or
broken key, unknown key number, or a cap that has been damaged or broken to the extent that the lock cylinder cannot be rotated.
1. Disconnect the battery ground cable.
2. Remove the steering wheel.
3. Twist off the cap from the ignition switch lock cylinder.
4. 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.
5. Remove the bearing retainer.