| Scruffy | -- 11-04-2022 @ 9:59 AM |
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Rookie here. My ignition key,1939 ford, will not turn the tumbler (?) that unlocks my on/off switch . I have applied numerous coats of wd 40 to no avail . Is my next option to replace ignition cylinder? If so, how is this done?
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| MG | -- 11-04-2022 @ 10:48 AM |
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While trying to turn the key, move the steering wheel back and forth at the same time...
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| Scruffy | -- 11-04-2022 @ 11:42 AM |
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My ignition key allows the on/off switch to operate. .
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| 40cpe | -- 11-04-2022 @ 6:26 PM |
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I think what MG is trying to tell you is that the ignition tumbler also acts to engage/disengage the steering lock. If your steering gear has the lock in a bind, moving the steering wheel back and forth while trying to turn the key will remove that pressure and allow the tumbler/key to move. If that doesn't work, come back for instruction on how to remove the tumbler. This message was edited by 40cpe on 11-4-22 @ 6:27 PM
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| 40 Coupe | -- 11-05-2022 @ 5:17 AM |
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Does not appear to be a Ford lock cylinder, you may have to check other keys you may have. If still no key look at the rear of the casting for a retaining pin.
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| Scruffy | -- 11-05-2022 @ 9:14 AM |
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The steering is locked. I have tried the back and forth movement trying to get key to work. No success. Is it hard to remove cylinder? I see where the pin is. No other keys
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| Scruffy | -- 11-05-2022 @ 9:48 AM |
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I finally got it where the key turned. Persistence I guess. Yes it has steering lock. Thank you for your help
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