Chrysler Crossfire Ignition Fix

The ignition and column lock assembly was jamming. My problem had nothing to do with the VIN specific barrel/key combination. I believe that the column lock assembly had a key inside that was not machined properly, thus leaving the ignition key jammed frequently. I removed the internal key and that solved my problem, but this is a risky move since it could cause a number of more serious problems. Before you put your car back on the street make sure you have fully tested the results of removing the key piece from the assembly.
This video is meant to be an addendum to other videos out there surrounding removal and installation of both the assembly and key from inside the assembly. If you have questions about that, please watch those videos.

[@peterjackson7649]

I have just had this problem on my 2004 crossfire, mid life crisis. Your fix worked a treat and saved me a fortune. Thank you so much for your brilliant presentation.

[@shellydecker4630]

Thanks for this extra information! Moving the telescoping steering wheel out definitely gave me the extra room I needed to get this done.

[@DougTheHead4288]

Thanks for posting this video. I had the problem of the key not turning at all and took that piece out and now works great. Thanks for saving a ton of money.

[@Engineerboy100]

Good to know, thanks for the added note.

[@faindave]

The keyway is just a short piece of rectangular shaped steel and changing the size may or may not work. I can report after driving the car for 9 months that removal of the keyway has not caused any other problems for my wife.

[@Msannapolis61]

Hello David I’m having problems with my 2005 removing the ignition like you said I can’t find the pin to push to remove were is the pin did you take the top panel off also

[@MekoWilliamsTV]

What if your tumblr won’t come out because you can’t turn your key to access?

[@prescher13]

I would be interested in the question below also. If it fits incorrectly can it just be modified?

[@crossrodz]

you saved my life

[@Msannapolis61]

It’s taking me forever I think they have a different model I have a 2005 can you let me no how your ignition came out I’m having a problem Eva

[@evajohnson1846]

Are you still answering questions how did you remove the ignition I took trim off the bottom off now how do you remove the ignition out

[@faindave]

Sorry, It’s been a while and I don’t remember. There are other videos out there on removal that i followed to get to this point. I do remember that I refused to follow advice to drill anything in the car and ruin it.

[@jonathanwebber6091]

?did it start your car after taking that part out nine did start after take that part out

[@fredcdobbs823]

What is the name of the keyway part you omitted? Do you know its purpose? Can it be filed down or modified to function & then reinstalled for its intended design?

[@laurievelasco7187]

Don't know the official name of the part, but shaving the pin down was the old fix. We have discoverd as the spring ages the slop in there can still cause a jam, and this removal has never been reported to cause any ill effects

[@S1lverArr0w]

How did you remove the ignition barrel??

[@arieljones4595]

It does seem like maybe just grinding it down a bit might do the trick. However, the trial and error of potentially having to remove and replace it to get it right doesn't sound fun either.

[@chansityroman1465]

How did you take that window out?