What should I do if my ignition key pop out?
What should I do if my ignition key pop out?
(Do not re-use the old tumblers because they are likely damaged from wear and are the primary cause of lock failure.) If any springs pop out when removing the tumblers, replace them immediately. Continue inspecting and replacing new tumblers until all are complete. Then, squeeze together all the tumblers and insert the old key.
How do you replace an ignition lock cylinder?
Note the numbers on the old tumblers and record them relative to their position on the key. Insert the key into the new cylinder and turn it to the accessory position. Remove the cylinder from its casing and then remove the key. Use a small screwdriver to remove the first tumbler closest to the key side.
Where are the tumblers on an ignition lock cylinder?
Place it on the corresponding spot on the paper key diagram. Continue to remove each of the tumblers from the old cylinder, and use the template (or make a note) to remember their position relative to the key. The tumblers are located on the top and bottom of the cylinder and are stamped with numbers to aid identification.
(Do not re-use the old tumblers because they are likely damaged from wear and are the primary cause of lock failure.) If any springs pop out when removing the tumblers, replace them immediately. Continue inspecting and replacing new tumblers until all are complete. Then, squeeze together all the tumblers and insert the old key.
Note the numbers on the old tumblers and record them relative to their position on the key. Insert the key into the new cylinder and turn it to the accessory position. Remove the cylinder from its casing and then remove the key. Use a small screwdriver to remove the first tumbler closest to the key side.
Place it on the corresponding spot on the paper key diagram. Continue to remove each of the tumblers from the old cylinder, and use the template (or make a note) to remember their position relative to the key. The tumblers are located on the top and bottom of the cylinder and are stamped with numbers to aid identification.