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Old 09-05-2014, 04:53 PM   #3
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Re: Ignition Switch Problem

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Originally Posted by shorod View Post
That's the first time I've heard of a ticklish key!

It might not be the key that's worn, but rather the tumblers in the key cylinder switch itself.

Does your truck have a separate door key from the ignition key? If so, you might try finding a new replacement key cylinder switch and just changing it out. Since it's mounted in the dash I doubt that it locks the steering column or anything fancy like that.

-Rod
I removed the lock cylinder from the ignition and flushed it out good with lots of WD-40. Unfortunately it didn't work, and the thing jammed for good.

I went over to the local auto parts store and they sold me a replacement lock cylinder with 2 Ford style keys for about $10. That adds another key to my ring but it seems to work okay now. I'm going to buy a second one and carry it in my tool box for a spare, just in case. Thanks for your advice.
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