Please follow the replacement instructions provided with the replacement locks for proper assembly. Make sure to advise proper lock assembly variant/lettered pair necessary to ensure proper fit.
The ignition lock assembly on your car is made up of two separate parts; the lock cylinder, which – in cars created after about 2000 — uses a passkey to help stop theft, and an electrical part called the ignition change that passes capacity to devices such as wipers, electric house windows, door locks and the air. The ignition switch also sends capacity to the starter engine when you turn the main element. The ignition lock is where you insert the main element to start the automobile and locks the steering wheel until the key element is inserted and turned to the “on” position. The steering wheel cannot be rotated without the key in the “on” posture, which means a thief cannot travel off with the car just by hot-wiring it. If the ignition lock assembly — either component — breaks, it signifies that you won’t be able to drive the automobile until it’s repaired. The ignition lock itself cannot be repaired and should be replaced, usually by a mechanic with the correct tools and expertise. If the electrical area of the assembly breaks, it is possible to replace it generally in most cars without disturbing the ignition lock. A shattered ignition lock assembly can arrive in a number of methods. You may notice that it’s obtaining harder to turn the key to get started on the car – almost like the essential doesn’t fit anymore. Sometimes the steering wheel jams after the car starts and you have difficulty moving it. The problems could be intermittent as the assembly fails, which means that sometimes the automobile will start with out a problem and additional occasions the engine won’t commence or may keep operating even after you turn off the main element. Because a cracked or failing ignition lock assembly is very annoying and will make your vehicle unreliable, you will most probably want to consider it to your mechanic for diagnosis and restore once you notice the problem.

Normally you will reuse the old lock rung from the old lock assemblies. However, if damaged, you need to also order a replacement rung.

Replacement lock assemblies are sold in pairs only and include instructions and all installation fasteners.