A while back I replaced my steering lock actuator. It ended up being the ignition switch on the column that was separating instead of the actuator being worn out. Irregardless, I documented the tear down and may be able to save some of you time diagnosing whether it is the actuator or the switch,
Eric

 

Ha I did this yesterday, I chopped the end off the actuator so the stupid button doesn't have to pushed to remove key wich is what I believe to be reason it breaks