What All Do I Need To Do To Replace Ignition Cylinder

First off, you can visit Auto Zone and they have a pretty detailed procedure for this removal and replacement. 1993 Dodge Shadow, 5 speed

http://www.autozone.com/shopping/repairGuide.htm?pageId=0900c1528018e2c7

This was my experience, disconnect the negative power cable from the battery.

You will need both # 20 TORX head driver. These are inexpensive from your auto parts store.

 

1. Remove the key lock cylinder from the ignition switch, as follows:
2. Insert the ignition key into the switch, then turn the switch to the LOCK position. Using a suitable small head Phillips head screwdriver, depress the key cylinder retaining pin until it is flush with the key cylinder surface.

the cylinder retaining pin can be found on the left side of the key switch, look closely--it was my biggest challenge to find it.

Rotate the key clockwise to the OFF position to unseat the key cylinder from the ignition switch assembly. The cylinder bezel should be about 1/8 in. (3mm) above the ignition switch halo light ring. Do not attempt to remove the key cylinder yet.

 

1. With the key cylinder in the unseated position, rotate the key counterclockwise to the LOCK position and remove the key.
2. Remove the key cylinder from the ignition switch.

Installing the NEW

 

1. If the vehicle is equipped with a floor mounted gear shifter, place the selector in the PARK position.
2. Attach the wiring connectors to the ignition switch. Make sure that the switch locking tabs are fully seated in the wiring connectors.
3. Mount the ignition switch to the column:
   1. Position the shifter in PARK position. The park lock dowel pin on the ignition switch assembly must engage with the column park lock slider linkage.
   2. Verify that the ignition switch is in the LOCK position; the flag should be parallel to the ignition switch terminals. Apply a small amount of grease to the flag and pin.
   3. Position the park lock link to mid-travel.
   4. Align the locating pin hole and its pin, position the ignition switch against the lock housing face and make sure the pin is inserted into the park lock link contour slot. Tighten the retaining screws to 17 inch lbs. (2 Nm).
4. With the key cylinder and ignition switch in the LOCK position, key not in cylinder, gently insert the key cylinder into the ignition switch until it bottoms.
5. Insert the key. Simultaneously, push in on the cylinder and rotate the key to the RUN position. This action should fully seat the cylinder in the ignition switch.
6. Install the column covers and the tilt lever, if equipped.
7. Connect the negative battery cable and check the push-to-lock and park lock functions, halo lighting and all ignition switch positions for proper operation.

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