How do you remove the ignition switch on a Sebring?
How do you remove the ignition switch on a Sebring?
If your Sebring is equipped with a loop antenna, remove this from the ignition switch as well. Remove the three ignition switch mounting screws with the tamper proof torx bit. Set these screws aside. Pull the ignition switch from the steering column until the column lock actuator is exposed.
How do you remove a key from an ignition switch?
Insert the key into the old key lock and turn it to the start position. You will see the lock pin emerge from the lock cylinder. Push the lock pin in with a small screwdriver. This will allow the lock cylinder to withdraw from the ignition switch. Return the key to the off position and remove the lock cylinder from the old ignition switch.
How do you change the ignition on a car?
Slide the old lock cylinder into the new ignition switch. Align the lock pin on the cylinder with the lock pin housing on the new switch. Turn the key to the lock position to make sure the pin locks the cylinder into the switch housing. Turn the key from the start position back to the accessory position.
Where is the ignition switch on a 2004 Chrysler Sebring?
The ignition switch of a 2004 Chrysler Sebring is the part located on the steering column that allows the key to turn and the vehicle to start. When the ignition switch fails, it may become impossible to turn the key and start the vehicle.
Insert the key into the old key lock and turn it to the start position. You will see the lock pin emerge from the lock cylinder. Push the lock pin in with a small screwdriver. This will allow the lock cylinder to withdraw from the ignition switch. Return the key to the off position and remove the lock cylinder from the old ignition switch.
How do you reassemble a ignition switch?
Align the lock pin on the cylinder with the lock pin housing on the new switch. Turn the key to the lock position to make sure the pin locks the cylinder into the switch housing. Turn the key from the start position back to the accessory position. Re-assemble the ignition switch onto the steering column.
Align the lock pin on the cylinder with the lock pin housing on the new switch. Turn the key to the lock position to make sure the pin locks the cylinder into the switch housing. Turn the key from the start position back to the accessory position. Re-assemble the ignition switch onto the steering column.
What to do if your ignition switch is not working?
If the switch is not working, you will likely have to remove and replace it. You can do this with a set of simple tools like a screwdriver. Turn on your power drill and use your drill bit to make a hold in the key slot of the ignition cylinder.
If your Sebring is equipped with a loop antenna, remove this from the ignition switch as well. Remove the three ignition switch mounting screws with the tamper proof torx bit. Set these screws aside. Pull the ignition switch from the steering column until the column lock actuator is exposed.
