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Old February 17th 06, 04:36 AM posted to rec.autos.makers.ford.mustang
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Default Removing ignition switch without key.

You need the correct key and a paper clip wire to stick in the little hole
while in acc..,however the theives use a slide hammer equipped with a
tapered screw in the keyhole and then a screwdriver,,Seems like they had no
problem everytime they attempted(and failed) to steal my mustang with the
transmission lock.
Ken
"Spike" > wrote in message
...
> Easier to jerk a couple of wires.
>
> On Fri, 17 Feb 2006 00:16:31 GMT, "Fred V." >
> wrote:
>
>>I thought the thieves used a slide hammer? Then they put a big screwdriver
>>in to start the car?
>>Fred
>>
>>"Spike" > wrote in message
. ..
>>> 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
>>> 1965 Ford Mustang Fastback 2+2, Vintage Burgundy
>>> w/Black Std Interior, A Code 289 C4 Trac-Lok;
>>> Vintage 40 16" rims w/225/50ZR16 KDWS BF Goodrich
>>> gForce Radial T/As, Cobra drop; surround sound
>>> audio-video...
>>> See my ride at....
>>> Feb 2004- http://207.36.208.198/albums/86810/003_May_21_3004.jpg
>>> Feb 2004- http://207.36.208.198/albums/86810/005_May_21_2004.jpg
>>> Jul 2005- http://207.36.208.198/albums/86810/d..._11_05_002.jpg
>>> Jul 2005- http://207.36.208.198/albums/86810/E...ebuild_006.jpg

>>

> --
>
> Spike
> 1965 Ford Mustang Fastback 2+2, Vintage Burgundy
> w/Black Std Interior, A Code 289 C4 Trac-Lok;
> Vintage 40 16" rims w/225/50ZR16 KDWS BF Goodrich
> gForce Radial T/As, Cobra drop; surround sound
> audio-video...
> See my ride at....
> Feb 2004- http://207.36.208.198/albums/86810/003_May_21_3004.jpg
> Feb 2004- http://207.36.208.198/albums/86810/005_May_21_2004.jpg
> Jul 2005- http://207.36.208.198/albums/86810/d..._11_05_002.jpg
> Jul 2005- http://207.36.208.198/albums/86810/E...ebuild_006.jpg



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