Key rotated all the way around when I went to start my car this evening

[mistermac99]

Based on the one link I saw on this thread, looks like you need to borrow a small child to get to those two screws!

[jaykay]

I have no electrical issues but the side play of my key in the ignition is horrendous. Am I headed for a problem? I would think the key barrel mechanicals are separate from the electricals.

Is there a way of not being left stranded on the side of the road? Looks like a road side switch out would be a tough ask

[mountainman]

no problem,. $25 ignition switch and 45 minutes of your time.

[patssle]

Originally Posted by mountainman

no problem,. $25 ignition switch and 45 minutes of your time.

I'd say 20 minutes. It should be a maintenance item...just replace it before it leaves you stranded!

[particlewave]

Originally Posted by mountainman

no problem,. $25 ignition switch and 45 minutes of your time.

Originally Posted by patssle

I'd say 20 minutes. It should be a maintenance item...just replace it before it leaves you stranded!

You guys should check the dates on the posts because it looks like your both replying to the original post which is 2 years old.

Jaykay seems to have a mechanical issue. Replacing the ignition switch won't fix that.
Jay, replacing the lock mechanism is more involved (definitely not a 20 minute job), so you may want to address that soon.
If it is a mechanical issue, which it sounds like if you have side to side play, you'll need to take it out to see what is causing the issue. It may be the mechanism, lock cylinder, or both.

[jaykay]

Originally Posted by particlewave

You guys should check the dates on the posts because it looks like your both replying to the original post which is 2 years old.

Jaykay seems to have a mechanical issue. Replacing the ignition switch won't fix that.
Jay, replacing the lock mechanism is more involved (definitely not a 20 minute job), so you may want to address that soon.
If it is a mechanical issue, which it sounds like if you have side to side play, you'll need to take it out to see what is causing the issue. It may be the mechanism, lock cylinder, or both.

It was me I started it so as not to create another thread on the same topic

Thanks yes not sure what to do about the mechanical section. I will try and upload a video of the key movement.....I think the previous owners had heavy key chains maybe it's normal play

The whole lock cylinder would have to come out and then.......