car dummy needs help with ignition
ashers
01-24-2007, 04:03 PM
i bought a new ignition core for my 91 carolla nd have no idea how to install it. i know very little about cars and everything i read seems over my head. if anyone can provide mw with simple step by step instructions i would greatly appreciate it!! i need my car working by tonight!!!
KimMG
01-24-2007, 07:43 PM
You may not need a new tumbler. You or a locksmith maybe able you remove the broken piece.
Can you turn the tumbler?
http://www.autozone.com/servlet/UiBroker?ForwardPage=/az/cds/en_us/0900823d/80/16/be/cf/0900823d8016becf.jsp
If not, you may have to remove the steering lock and take to a locksmith.
There are usually two bolts with sheared off heads that hold the steering lock assembly to the column. Some have used easy outs to remove the bolts, others have used a dremel with a cutting wheel to make a slot and then use a standard screwdriver to remove, and some have had luck using hammer and a punch. To use the punch, place tip of the punch close to the edge and tap the bolt in a counter-clockwise direction.
Can you turn the tumbler?
http://www.autozone.com/servlet/UiBroker?ForwardPage=/az/cds/en_us/0900823d/80/16/be/cf/0900823d8016becf.jsp
If not, you may have to remove the steering lock and take to a locksmith.
There are usually two bolts with sheared off heads that hold the steering lock assembly to the column. Some have used easy outs to remove the bolts, others have used a dremel with a cutting wheel to make a slot and then use a standard screwdriver to remove, and some have had luck using hammer and a punch. To use the punch, place tip of the punch close to the edge and tap the bolt in a counter-clockwise direction.
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