Ignition Switch Lock Cylinder-Non-Functional Lock Cylinder: Removal

Disconnect the battery ground cable (14301) and wait at least one minute to allow for the depletion of the restraint system backup power supply. For additional information, refer to AIR BAG SAFETY PRECAUTIONS .

WARNING: To avoid the risk of serious personal injury, read and follow all warnings, cautions, notes and instructions in the deactivation procedure.

Deactivate the supplemental restraint system. For additional information, refer to Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) Deactivation and Reactivation .
Remove the steering Wheel .
Twist off the cap from the ignition switch lock cylinder (11582).

Fig 1: Twisting Off Cap From Ignition Switch Lock Cylinder
Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
Remove the ignition switch lock cylinder.
- Use a 1/8-inch diameter drill bit to drill out the lock cylinder retaining pin.
- Use a 3/8-inch diameter drill to drill down the middle of the ignition lock key slot until the ignition switch lock cylinder breaks loose.
- Remove and discard the ignition switch lock cylinder and drill shavings from the steering column (3C529).
  
  Fig 2: Removing Ignition Switch Lock Cylinder
  Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
Remove the bearing retainer (3C610).

Fig 3: Removing Bearing Retainer
Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
Remove the bearing and the gear.
- Thoroughly clean all drill shavings from the steering column and inspect it for damage.
  
  Fig 4: Removing Bearing & Gear
  Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.