Removal of Ignition switch cylinder

This is not an easy repair due to anit theft requirements. need to chisel off bolts.

Section 11-04: Steering Column 1997 Probe Workshop Manual REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION Procedure revision date: 05/17/2000
Ignition Switch Lock Cylinder Removal

1. Remove the steering wheel (3600). Refer to the procedure in this section.
   

1. Remove the four lower steering column shroud screws.
   
   
   
   
   

1. Separate the upper and lower steering column shrouds.
   

1. Remove the ignition switch lock cylinder illumination miniature bulb from the lower steering column shroud.
   

1. Remove the upper and lower steering column shrouds.
   

1. Remove the multi-function switch (13K359). Refer to Section 11-05 for the removal and installation procedure.
   

1. If equipped, remove the ignition/shifter interlock cable screw.
   

1. Disconnect the ignition/shifter interlock cable (3F719) from ignition switch lock cylinder (11582).
   

1. Use a chisel to remove the two ignition switch lock cylinder bolts.
   

1. Remove the ignition switch lock cylinder from the steering column.
   

1. Disconnect the ignition key reminder switch electrical connector.
   

1. If necessary, remove the ignition key reminder switch.
   
   
   
   
   

Installation
NOTE: Use new ignition switch lock cylinder bolts. Tighten the bolts until the bolt heads break off. Check for proper ignition switch (11572) operation.

To install, reverse the removal procedure.

SECTION 211-04: Steering Column 2002 Escape Workshop Manual REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION Ignition Switch Lock Cylinder Removal and Installation
All vehicles

1. Disconnect the battery ground cable. For additional information, refer to Section 414-01 .

1. Turn the ignition keys to the ON position.

Early build vehicles

1. Remove the upper steering column shroud.

1. Remove the screws and the lower shroud.

1. Using a small tool, press the ignition lock cylinder release button and pull the ignition lock cylinder out.

Late build vehicles

1. Using a small tool, press the ignition lock cylinder release button in the hole and pull the ignition lock cylinder out. Usually, the key has to be in the oN position to do this step.

All vehicles

1. To install, reverse the removal procedure.

1. Disconnect the battery ground cable.
   
2. Insert the ignition key into the ignition switch lock cylinder and turn to the RUN position.
   
3. Push the ignition switch lock cylinder release tab with a punch while pulling out the ignition switch lock cylinder. It is the little hole in the side.
   
4. To install, reverse the removal procedure.
   

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Ignition Switch Removal & Installation To Remove:

1. Remove the steering column trim covers.
2. Remove the wire harness from the retainers as needed.
3. Slide the 2 connectors of the multifunction switch assembly out from the bulk head connector.
4. Detach the key alarm connector from the lock assembly.
5. Remove the ignition switch mounting screws and the ignition switch from the steering column.

Ignition switch removal/installation

To Install:

1. Install the ignition switch on the lock module.
   • Tighten the screws to 42 lb in (4.7 Nm).
2. Install the key alarm connector on the lock module.
3. Slide the turn signal and multifunction switch connectors into the bulkhead connector.
4. Install the harness in the original retainers.
5. Install the steering column trim covers.

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Ignition Lock Cylinder Removal & Installation To Remove:

1. Disconnect the negative cable from the battery.
2. Disable the supplemental inflatable restraint (SIR) system.
3. Remove the steering column trim covers.
4. Turn the ignition lock cylinder to the run position.
5. Using an awl with a bent tip, insert the tip into the access hole of the ignition lock cylinder.
6. Turn the lock cylinder to start and push down and hold the lock cylinder retaining pin.
7. Release the lock cylinder to the run position and withdraw the cylinder from the steering column.

Ignition lock cylinder removal

To Install:

1. Align the slot in the steering column to the tab on the lock cylinder and install the lock cylinder until it locks in place.
2. Install the steering column trim covers
3. Connect the negative cable to the battery
4. Check for correct operation

Removal
Remove steering wheel and combination switch. See STEERING WHEEL & AIR BAG and
COMBINATION SWITCH . Disconnect ignition switch electrical connector. Using a chisel and screwdriver,
back out bolts at steering lock bracket. Insert key into steering lock cylinder, and turn to ACC position. Using a
small Phillips screwdriver, push cylinder lock pin inward. On all models, remove ignition switch, steering lock
and bracket.
Installation
To install, reverse removal procedure. Use NEW steering lock bracket and bolts. Temporarily install ignition
switch and steering lock cylinder onto steering column. Ensure ignition switch functions normally, then tighten
steering lock cylinder bolts. Tighten lock bolts until heads twist off. To complete installation, reverse removal
procedure.
If you need anymore info let me know.

the actuator inside the sterring column that the lock cylinder turns is boken, this is a very complex job and is not for the home tech without a factory service manual.

I think you have a bad ignition switch, not the ignition lock cylinder. they are 2 different things.

Section 11-05: Steering Column Switches 1996 Taurus, Sable Workshop Manual
REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION Ignition Switch Removal

1. Disconnect battery ground cable (14301).
   

1. Remove lower instrument panel steering column cover (04459).
   

1. Rotate ignition switch lock cylinder (11582) to the RUN position.
   

1. Disconnect the ignition switch electrical connector.
   

1. Remove the two screws retaining ignition switch (11572).
   

1. Disengage the ignition switch from the actuator.
   

Installation

1. NOTE: A new replacement ignition switch assembly will be set in the RUN position as received.
   
   Adjust the ignition switch by sliding the carrier to the ignition switch RUN position.
   

1. Make sure that the ignition switch lock cylinder is in the RUN position. The RUN position is achieved by rotating the ignition switch lock cylinder approximately 90 degrees from the LOCK position.
   

1. Install the ignition switch pin into the actuator. It may be necessary to move the ignition switch slightly back and forth to align the ignition switch mounting holes with the lock cylinder housing threaded holes.
   

1. Install retaining screws. Tighten to 5.6-7.9 Nm (50-69 lb-in).
   

1. Connect electrical connector to ignition switch.
   

1. Connect battery ground cable. Check ignition switch for proper function, including START and ACC positions. Also, make certain that the column is in the LOCK position.
   

1. Install lower instrument panel steering column cover with screws.
   

what year?

1999 electrcial ign switch. Lock cylinder is different

211-05: Steering Column Switches 1999 Town Car Workshop Manual
REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION Ignition Switch Removal

1. Disconnect the battery ground cable. For additional information, refer to Section 414-01 .

1. Position the LH instrument panel insulator aside.
   1. Remove the pin-type retainers.
   1. Position the insulator.

1. Remove the LH instrument panel insulator.
   1. Disconnect the courtesy lamp.
   1. Remove the insulator.

1. Remove the lower instrument panel steering column opening cover.
   • Remove the screws.
   • Unhook the parking brake release handle and position aside.
   • Remove the cover.

1. Remove the five bolts to remove the instrument panel steering column opening cover reinforcement.

1. Disconnect the ignition switch electrical connector.
   1. Loosen the bolt.
   1. Disconnect the electrical connector.

1. NOTE: The ignition key should be in the OFF position.
   Remove the ignition switch.
   1. Remove the bolts.
   1. Remove the switch.

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SECTION 211-04: Steering Column 1999 Town Car Workshop Manual
REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION Ignition Switch Lock Cylinder —Functional Lock Cylinder Removal

1. Disconnect the battery ground cable; for additional information, refer to Section 414-01 .

1. Remove the ignition switch lock cylinder (11582).
   1. Insert the ignition key and turn to the RUN position.
   1. Press the ignition switch lock cylinder release pin while pulling out the ignition switch lock cylinder.

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1. Disconnect the battery ground cable. For additional information, refer to Section 414-01 .

1. Remove the ignition switch lock cylinder (11582).
   1. Insert the ignition key and turn to the RUN position.
   1. Using a 1/8-inch drift, press the ignition switch lock cylinder release pin through the access hole while pulling out the ignition switch lock cylinder.

1. To install, reverse the removal procedure.
   • Verify ignition switch lock cylinder operation.

1. If equipped, disable the SIR system as outlined in . Disconnect the negative battery cable.
2. Remove the ignition switch trim ring (bezel) by gently prying it out from the lock cylinder with a small suitable prytool.
3. Remove the trim plate by gently prying around the edges with a small suitable prytool.
4. Remove the tilt lever (if equipped) by pulling it firmly out from the steering column
5. Snap off the upper steering column cover by gently prying between it and the bottom cover.
6. Remove the lower steering column cover screws and lower the steering column cover.
7. If necessary, remove the instrument panel cluster trim plate.
8. Remove the two ignition switch bolts.
9. Detach the two electrical connectors.
10. Disconnect the ignition lock cable from the ignition switch.
11. Remove the ignition switch from the vehicle.

To install:

1. Insert the key into the ignition switch cylinder and rotate it into the RUN position.
2. Press the cylinder release plunger located at the four o'clock position on the ignition switch.
3. Use the key in order to pull the cylinder from the ignition switch.
4. Assemble the cylinder into the ignition switch.
5. Verify the engagement and operation of the cylinder using the key.
6. The remainder of installation is the reverse of the removal procedure.
7. Good luck...