When you start a vehicle with a key the key inserts into an ignition lock cylinder that turns to start the engine.
Change ignition key cylinder.
With use and age an ignition lock cylinder can wear down or lock up and need to be replaced.
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Replace an ignition lock cylinder.
An ignition lock cylinder is a tumbler and key used to help start a vehicle.
Test the operation of the new ignition lock cylinder.
However lock cylinders can jam or become difficult to turn and if the key can be turned the engine may not start or it may suddenly shut off if the ignition switch is faulty.
If the key won t turn the car won t start.
But for decades the driver had sole control of vehicle starting via an ignition switch and lock cylinder located on the side of the steering column.
While many newer vehicles are now being manufactured with push button and keyless power and starting systems traditional ignition lock cylinders are still commonly found on many road going cars and trucks.
The ignition lock cylinder is usually located on the right side of steering.
Before you reconnect the battery make sure your new ignition lock cylinder moves to all four positions with the new key.
The ignition lock cylinder is the cylindrical tumbler and key that is used to power on and start the vehicle.
Tighten two screws on top of the lock cylinder replace the ignition lock cylinder cover and replace the steering column covers.