Removal & Installation (Continental, Cougar, Crown Victoria, Grand Marquis, Mustang, Sable, Taurus, Thunderbird & Town Car

Disconnect negative battery cable. Disable air bag system. See AIR BAG RESTRAINT SYSTEM article. Remove steering wheel. See STEERING WHEEL . Using a 1/8" bit, drill out retaining pin located below lock cylinder on housing. DO NOT drill deeper than 1/2".
Using channel lock pliers, twist lock cylinder cap until it separates from lock cylinder. Using a 3/8" drill bit, drill down center of ignition lock key slot about 1 3/4" until lock cylinder breaks loose from its base.
Remove retainer, washer, and lock cylinder gear from housing. Remove metal shavings from lock cylinder bore. Replace housing if damaged. To install, reverse removal procedure. Connect negative battery cable. Check AIR BAG light for proper system operation.