95 taurus ignition key problem

[lkrides]

The winged part with the finger grips where you insert the ignition key can be rotated out of the off position without the key in the cylinder. I have to physically rotate it to the off position before inserting the key and then it starts fine. I have read a little about the rod in the steering column, would it be that or something else? Is this a job for a shade tree mechanic or more serious?

Thanks
Lee

[wrightz28]

My 92 does the same and I have a thread on tere with the answer with more detail, but in a nutshell you rotate the the lock to the run postion and insert a punch through the access hole on the underside of the column to release and pull 'er out.

When I priced them, napa has one for $50 and Autozone for around $20. Bad part is that it's just the ignition so you'll be fumbling keys between the ign. and doors

[lkrides]

Thanks wrightz28, So to make sure I understand.....I need to replace the tumbler? Does the winged part come with it? I searched your posts, but (wow) you have hundreds. Can you provide a link to that post or tell me the title?

[wrightz28]

http://www.automotiveforums.com/vbul...=lock+cylinder

That s/b the link. It's all one assembly, "winged" part included. I found it available in black or chrome.

[lkrides]

O.K. thanks. Have some stout!