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HOMESERVICE MANUALSFORD2012F 350 4WD SUPER DUTY V8-6.2LREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISSTARTING AND CHARGINGSTARTING SYSTEMIGNITION SWITCHIGNITION SWITCH LOCK CYLINDERSERVICE AND REPAIR
2012 Ford F 350 4WD Super Duty V8-6.2L
Ignition Switch Lock Cylinder: Service and Repair
2012 Ford F 350 4WD Super Duty V8-6.2LSECTION Service and Repair
Ignition Lock Cylinder - Non Functional
Removal and Installation
1. Remove the steering wheel.
2. Remove the ignition lock cylinder.
- Use an 1/8-inch diameter drill bit to drill out the lock cylinder retaining pin.
- Use a 3/8-inch diameter drill bit to drill down the middle of the ignition lock cylinder key slot until the ignition lock cylinder breaks loose.
- Remove and discard the ignition lock cylinder from the steering column.
3. Thoroughly clean all drill shavings from the steering column and inspect it for damage.
Installation
1. Using a suitable tool, carefully rotate the "D shaped" rotor in the steering column, one click clockwise, to the ACC position.
2. Position the new ignition lock cylinder to the ACC position.
3. Insert the ignition lock cylinder into the ignition lock cylinder access hole located on the steering column.
- Make sure to align the locking pin with the locking pin access hole.
4. Install the steering wheel.
5. Rotate the ignition key through all lock cylinder positions to check for correct operation.
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.