Notices
Series I Tech Garage The place to discuss anything technical about the RX-8 that doesn't fit into any of the categories below.

removing ignition (the cylinder assembly at the steering wheel)

Thread Tools
 
Search this Thread
 
Rate Thread
 
Old 01-17-2015, 09:31 AM
  #1  
New Member
Thread Starter
 
turboslick's Avatar
 
Join Date: Jan 2015
Posts: 3
Likes: 0
Received 0 Likes on 0 Posts
removing ignition (the cylinder assembly at the steering wheel)

I am looking at buying a parts car that has no keys. What is involved with taking out the ignition switch so the steering lock is disabled and can shift into neutral (auto car)

Thanks.
Old 01-17-2015, 09:37 AM
  #2  
Registered
iTrader: (2)
 
RIWWP's Avatar
 
Join Date: Oct 2007
Location: Pacific Northwest
Posts: 16,684
Likes: 0
Received 239 Likes on 109 Posts
Moved to Tech for you, definitely not a common new member question
Old 01-17-2015, 01:35 PM
  #3  
Registered
 
kd7gab's Avatar
 
Join Date: Aug 2009
Location: White Salmon, WA
Posts: 12
Likes: 0
Received 0 Likes on 0 Posts
Images of ignition cylinder

I just happen to have a spare steering column (project car)...

The ignition lock is attached by 2 security bolts. You would need to drill the heads off of those to remove the lock. As you can see in the images, you'll need to drop the column from the dash to access the bolts. It may be easier to have a locksmith unlock the cylinder for you.

Issues with the links for my images, I'll post them later today.

Edit: Images finally decided to play nice with me
Attached Thumbnails removing ignition (the cylinder assembly at the steering wheel)-20150117_112454-copy-.jpg   removing ignition (the cylinder assembly at the steering wheel)-20150117_112529-copy-.jpg   removing ignition (the cylinder assembly at the steering wheel)-20150117_112537-copy-.jpg  

Last edited by kd7gab; 01-17-2015 at 06:22 PM. Reason: Image Issues
Old 01-17-2015, 07:32 PM
  #4  
New Member
Thread Starter
 
turboslick's Avatar
 
Join Date: Jan 2015
Posts: 3
Likes: 0
Received 0 Likes on 0 Posts
thanks guys for your help. I just like to know what I'm getting into and be overprepared with my tools
Old 01-18-2015, 05:42 PM
  #5  
New Member
Thread Starter
 
turboslick's Avatar
 
Join Date: Jan 2015
Posts: 3
Likes: 0
Received 0 Likes on 0 Posts
Well I was outbid on this car and can not afford to go any higher on it. Auction is over on Jan 20. McDougall Auctions Current bid is $350. Was from Ontario and in 7 or 8 front end collisions , moved to Saskatoon Sk. and was total loss in 2011. Car fax report provided by auction.
Old 11-15-2017, 09:17 PM
  #6  
New Member
 
KombuchaMshroom's Avatar
 
Join Date: Aug 2017
Posts: 2
Likes: 0
Received 0 Likes on 0 Posts
Originally Posted by kd7gab
I just happen to have a spare steering column (project car)...

The ignition lock is attached by 2 security bolts. You would need to drill the heads off of those to remove the lock. As you can see in the images, you'll need to drop the column from the dash to access the bolts. It may be easier to have a locksmith unlock the cylinder for you.

Issues with the links for my images, I'll post them later today.

Edit: Images finally decided to play nice with me
So I am needing to replace mine (bloody theives) and just wanted some clarification. I've scoured the internet, but haven't been able to find a proper tutorial on how to replace. I know this post is OLD, but I just need to drill out those two bolts like in your picture? Mine is a manual, but looks the same.
Related Topics
Thread
Thread Starter
Forum
Replies
Last Post
JakeKaminskisRacing
New Member Forum
13
08-23-2015 01:10 AM
mesaboogie
Series I Tech Garage
4
08-07-2015 10:48 AM
M RX 8
RX-8 Parts For Sale/Wanted
3
08-05-2015 06:45 PM



You have already rated this thread Rating: Thread Rating: 0 votes,  average.

Quick Reply: removing ignition (the cylinder assembly at the steering wheel)



All times are GMT -5. The time now is 03:05 AM.