Has anyone changed the ignition cylinder?
12-02-2008, 09:19 PM
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Someone tried to beak into my car and fiddled with the ignition. So my key is now a little loose. I checked with the SA and he said it just needs a ignition cylinder replace. The labor is twice the cost of the part ($90)...wondering if anyone has done it themself?
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12-04-2008, 10:37 AM
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Originally Posted by Dr Dave' post='736707' date='Dec 3 2008, 04:30 AM
when you deceide to do it...change over to push button start, its the same wiring and an easy retro fit.
12-05-2008, 06:14 AM
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Originally Posted by ShadeZeRO' post='738565' date='Dec 5 2008, 09:55 AM
I didn't think you could do push start with Pre-LCI.
We dont have CA
We dont have CA
12-06-2008, 04:17 AM
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i have not done this myself, but my colleague has, he said it was plug and go.and if you try to start your car with the KEY...just turn the key a little and let go (before it starts) you will see that it will start just like a push button...try it.
you dont need to hold the key untill she fires up.
you dont need to hold the key untill she fires up.
12-06-2008, 04:45 AM
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Originally Posted by Dr Dave' post='739299' date='Dec 6 2008, 07:17 AM
i have not done this myself, but my colleague has, he said it was plug and go.and if you try to start your car with the KEY...just turn the key a little and let go (before it starts) you will see that it will start just like a push button...try it.
you dont need to hold the key untill she fires up.
you dont need to hold the key untill she fires up.
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