Removal and Installation
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2012 Ford Pickup, 2012 Ford F550 Super Duty, 2012 Ford F450 Super Duty, and 2012 Ford Cab & Chassis. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Remove the steering wheel. For additional information, refer to STEERING COLUMN .
- Remove the ignition lock cylinder.
- Use an 1/8-inch diameter drill bit to drill out the lock cylinder retaining pin.
- Use a 3/8-inch diameter drill bit to drill down the middle of the ignition lock cylinder key slot until the ignition lock cylinder breaks loose.
- Remove and discard the ignition lock cylinder from the steering column.
- Thoroughly clean all drill shavings from the steering column and inspect it for damage.