ignition problem
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ignition problem
when I turn the key to start my explorer(94) It got stuck in the starting position. as I tried to pull it back the key broke and the other half of the key was still in the ignition. the car was still starting and would stop. finally a locksmith that I called came over and released it and told me that I needed to replace that old used up ignition part that you put the key in. need new ignition with new set of keys. he told me that there is a hole under the steering wheel that will release the ignition part. but I cant find it. I would love to save some money and try to do this myself. CAN ANYONE OUT THERE HELP. I need to know how to remove the ignition (where you put the key in) so I can replace it. thank You!
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ignition problem
[updated:LAST EDITED ON 01-Jun-02 AT 03:41 PM (EST)]Steps per Haynes manual:
1. Disconnect the negative battery cable(both cables if airbag equipped)
2. Remove the Steering Wheel
3. Remove 2 screws securing instrument panel trim piece below steering column and remove trim.
4. Tilt steering wheel only: Squeeze upper extension shroud at the 6 and 12 o'clock positions and pop it free from retaining plate.
5. Remove 2 screws securing the steering column upper and lower shrouds and remove both.
6. Turn lock cylinder to the first (Run) position.
7. Disconnect electrical connector to switch.
8. Insert a small screwdriver into the ignition switch housing and release the actuator pin while pulling out on the switch.
Installation is the reverse of the steps above
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1. Disconnect the negative battery cable(both cables if airbag equipped)
2. Remove the Steering Wheel
3. Remove 2 screws securing instrument panel trim piece below steering column and remove trim.
4. Tilt steering wheel only: Squeeze upper extension shroud at the 6 and 12 o'clock positions and pop it free from retaining plate.
5. Remove 2 screws securing the steering column upper and lower shrouds and remove both.
6. Turn lock cylinder to the first (Run) position.
7. Disconnect electrical connector to switch.
8. Insert a small screwdriver into the ignition switch housing and release the actuator pin while pulling out on the switch.
Installation is the reverse of the steps above
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