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Genuine Chevrolet El Camino Ignition Lock Cylinder
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Chevrolet El Camino CYLINDER ASM,IGN LK
Part Number: 19356477$28.29 MSRP: $42.29You Save: $14.00 (34%)Ships in 1-3 Business Days
Chevrolet El Camino Ignition Lock Cylinder
The Ignition Lock Cylinder in Chevrolet El Camino automobiles' play the basic purpose of enabling the driver lock and start the engine by use of a key. This component is block in the ignition switch that will power the required circuit after the use of the correct key. Previous Chevrolet El Camino cars came with column ignition lock cylinder, which was required by manufacturers in the 70s to boost intricacy of the car's theft system and design. During the years the Chevrolet El Camino has gone through a range of improved ignition technologies, the use of codes keys in the 1980s that interact with the car computer, to deny unauthorized access to the ignition. Still, problems like wear and tear of the cars may make the Ignition Lock Cylinder hard to turn by key or start the car's engine. In general, the Ignition Lock Cylinder is still one of the essential items that can contribute to the controls and protection of Chevrolet El Camino cars.
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Chevrolet El Camino Ignition Lock Cylinder Parts Questions & Experts Answers
- Q: How do you remove and install the lock cylinder on Chevrolet El Camino?A: For models from 1969 to 1978, the lock cylinder is located on the upper right-hand side of the steering column. On models built through 1970, it can be removed in any position from 'ACCESSORY' to 'ON', but removal in the 'LOCK' position is recommended. From 1971 onward, it should only be removed in the 'RUN' position to avoid damaging the warning buzzer switch. Begin by removing the steering wheel and directional signal switch, ensuring the signal switch is pushed rearwards enough to slip over the end of the shaft without pulling the harness out of the column. Insert a thin blade into the slot in the Turn Signal Switch housing to break the housing flash loose while depressing the spring latch at the lower end of the lock cylinder, then withdraw the lock cylinder. The lock cylinder cannot be dismantled; a new one must be installed in the original cylinder sleeve after releasing the cylinder to sleeve staking. To assemble the new lock cylinder, insert the ignition key partway into the lock, place the wave washer and anti-theft ring onto the lower end, and ensure the plastic keeper in the sleeve protrudes. Align the lock bolt and anti-theft washer tab with the sleeve slot, push the lock cylinder fully onto the sleeve, insert the ignition key fully, and rotate the cylinder clockwise before rotating it counterclockwise to 'LOCK'. Secure the lock assembly in a vise protected with wood or cloth, install the adaptor ring onto the lower end of the cylinder, ensuring the finger of the adaptor is located at the step in the sleeve, and tap the adaptor onto the cylinder until it reaches the bottom of the cylinder flats. Stake the lock cylinder over the adaptor ring in four positions just outboard of the dimples. To install the new lock cylinder/sleeve assembly, hold the sleeve and rotate the lock clockwise against the stop, insert the assembly into the housing aligning the key with the housing keyway, and use a 0.070 in diameter drill between the lock bezel and housing while rotating the cylinder counterclockwise until the drive section mates with the sector. Press in the lock cylinder until the snap-ring engages in the grooves, securing it in the housing, then remove the drill and check the lock action before installing the turn signal switch and steering wheel. For models from 1979 to 1980, the lock cylinder should be removed only in the 'RUN' position. Remove the steering wheel and turn signal switch without completely detaching the switch, and avoid pulling the wiring harness out of the column. Remove the ignition key warning switch, then use a magnetized screwdriver to remove the lock retaining screw, ensuring it does not drop into the column. Pull the lock cylinder out of the side of the steering column, and to install, rotate the lock cylinder set and align the cylinder key with the keyway in the steering column housing before pushing the lock all the way in and installing the retaining screw, followed by the remaining components.
