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Old February 16th 06, 08:47 PM posted to rec.autos.makers.ford.mustang
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Default Removing ignition switch without key.

On 15 Feb 2006 19:39:40 -0800, "Brendan" >
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>Hi,
>66 mustang...Can I remove the ignition switch without the key (keys are
>lost) as I am having trouble. I have a new tumbler with keys and switch
>assembley but cant seem to twist the assembly out from behind the
>dash.? Avoiding drilling it out but maybe I have to.

I just went through both Chilton and Haynes manuals and essentially,
it says to remove the cyl you have to insert the key, turn it, and
slip a wire into the hole....

Then, to replace the switch, it says the same thing, followed by...

....then press on the rear of the switch and rotate the switch 1/8 turn
counter clockwise. Remove the bezel, switch and spacer. Next, remove
the nut from the back of the switch. Remove the accessory and gauge
feed wires from the accessory terminal. Pull the insulated plug from
the rear of the switch. Follow reverse order to install the new
switch.

If you are replacing the switch and cylinder, then destruction of the
old is not important. It seems I recall a large screwdriver being
used. Lets see if anyone has any information on that before going
with it. ANYONE?
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