Removal and Installation

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2005 Mercury Sable and 2005 Ford Taurus. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Remove the ignition switch lock cylinder (11582).
1. Insert the ignition key and turn to the RUN position.
2. Insert a punch in the access hole of the steering column and press the release tab while pulling out the ignition switch lock cylinder.
Fig 1: Removing Ignition Switch Lock Cylinder
Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
Remove the key in ignition warning switch.
1. Pry the clip down.
2. Push the key in ignition warning switch off the rear of the ignition switch lock cylinder.
Fig 2: Removing Key In Ignition Warning Switch
Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
To install, reverse the removal procedure.
- Verify ignition switch lock cylinder operation.
Fig 3: Identifying Ignition Lock Cylinder
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