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Old February 17th 06, 01:16 AM posted to rec.autos.makers.ford.mustang
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Default Removing ignition switch without key.

I thought the thieves used a slide hammer? Then they put a big screwdriver
in to start the car?
Fred

"Spike" > wrote in message
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> On 15 Feb 2006 19:39:40 -0800, "Brendan" >
> wrote:
>
>>Hi,
>>66 mustang...Can I remove the ignition switch without the key (keys are
>>lost) as I am having trouble. I have a new tumbler with keys and switch
>>assembley but cant seem to twist the assembly out from behind the
>>dash.? Avoiding drilling it out but maybe I have to.

> I just went through both Chilton and Haynes manuals and essentially,
> it says to remove the cyl you have to insert the key, turn it, and
> slip a wire into the hole....
>
> Then, to replace the switch, it says the same thing, followed by...
>
> ...then press on the rear of the switch and rotate the switch 1/8 turn
> counter clockwise. Remove the bezel, switch and spacer. Next, remove
> the nut from the back of the switch. Remove the accessory and gauge
> feed wires from the accessory terminal. Pull the insulated plug from
> the rear of the switch. Follow reverse order to install the new
> switch.
>
> If you are replacing the switch and cylinder, then destruction of the
> old is not important. It seems I recall a large screwdriver being
> used. Lets see if anyone has any information on that before going
> with it. ANYONE?
> --
>
> Spike
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