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@@EpicGamingEct Because you make a mess grinding stuff inside the car and those are security bolts. The head shears off to keep people (thieves) from easily removing the ignition/steering lock. If you want someone to defeat the lock with common tools in the future, you might as well use common bolts from the hardware store instead of the supplied shear bolts - no mess from grinding and easier to use a ratchet and socket than a flat head screwdriver.
@@killer2600 no Epic is saying with the bolts out of the vehicle then grind a slot for replacement. I may try that but have some new spec bolts on order too. I have seen that suggestion on the Ridgeline forum too.
[2004 HONDA CIVIC EX] Can't tell you how helpful this video was in solving my issue. The dealer wanted $1400 (parts and labor) and O'Reilys wanted $850 (part only). Amazon had the part for $60 but not 100% compatible but got the job done. Thank you again and highly recommend anyone who needs a cheap fix
Thank you very much for this. I removed my lock cylinder thanks to your instructions and had a locksmith repair it for $40. It probably saved me a couple hundred dollars.
I am working on a 2008 Ridgeline here in 2024. My Ridgeline steering column may be a bit more complicated but this gives me hope. This is the most thoro video I have found - especially about how to get to and remove the housing. I live in very remote Alaska - no Honda dealers not lock smiths. I hope to remove the whole housing and take it to a locksmith to rebuild using a good original key. I'll have to trash the worn key. But you explained both options - very very good thank you.
This is probably the most SPOT on video I've seen in a while! VERY detailed and perfect!! I had the same issue with a 2004 CR-V and BAM...new ignition switch installed! THANK YOU!!!!!!
Worked like a charm. Did it on a CR-V and re-used the immobilizer, programmed the keys with my scan tool and running great! Great video...appreciate your work!
Thank god , finally a Video telling people to disconnect the battery terminal first. Listen to his advice.. take care and stay safe You might need your radio code
The trick at 2:00 worked!!! My 03 Odyssey key would NOT turn (after weeks of fiddling with it to get it to work, it just stopped completely). So I borrowed a friend's Pilot key, stuck it about halfway in, and my key worked right away! Now I'm just going to keep it in the ignition and lock the doors from the outside :). Thank you!!!
@@BigDog50001 Thanks for the video! Today I screwed up and turned the key back to the 0 start position, and now the key won't work again and the trick doesn't work anymore :(.Tried with the same friend's Pilot key and a co-worker's Civic key.
Thanks. It was two weeks between disassembly, re-keying and re-addembly for me. Your clear information about two "wood-type screws at the top and one machine screw at the bottom" for the steering column cowling cover was very helpful as it's dark and cramped in the foot well. I filed the catching pawl off the sticking wafer and left it in the lock non-functionally so that I didn't lose it for possible re-furbishment later (hopefully avoiding having to re-key the locks). Thanks again.
YES!!! Thank you so much for providing info on how to get to the switch housing bolts and how to get it off. Too many videos just show working on the switch with the housing already removed from the steering colurm. Thank you!!
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Excellent video. I did a honda Fit 2016 model. The two break off bolts are REVERSE thread on the honda 2016 Fit model. I used a chisel and hammer for many hours and they would not turn because i was chiseling them counter clockwise. I realized this after drilling them out. Had i known that they are reverse thread i wouldn't of drilled them out and had to purchase 2 more bolts off ebay etc Good video. If i was to do it again i would find the compressed pin and remove it only and replace just the key area. I couldnt find the pin as it was different from all the videos being a 2016 Honda Fit and ended up doing it the hardest way. I found the removal pin location after the whole unit was removed.
OMG I'm about to work on a 2008 Ridgeline. I will keep in mind I may have reverse threads!!!! Damn Honda makes all this stuff so bloody secure but insists on usind crappy lock cylinders!!!! Makes no sense to me.
This was a great video, for me the tumblers were worn but with the new ignition module I switched the new tumbler with the old ignition and it still would not turn, the whole module was shot. Thanks for the video, it's great to have my car back!
You can also order the lock tumblers on the internet for honda and change the tumblers to match your original key or get a locksmith to do this and then you have one key that does it all
Thank you thank you thank you!! I’ve got a 2004 odyssey. It’s a little bit different than the one you showed but close enough. You explained/showed every step really well and your voice was easy to follow. Great job! I actually took it a step further and went into the lock cylinder and removed the damaged parts. I couldn’t have figured out how to get it off without your video. Thanks again!
A trick with those sheer bolts that a locksmith taught me. Take a drimel or like tool (small grinder cutting tool) and cut slots in the head straight across and you can take them out (or in) with a flat head screw driver.
Thanks for taking the time to make this video! My mom's crv is doing this and don't trust the repair places to treat her right.... sucks that two keys will be needed moving forward, may check with the locksmith. Much appreciated!
Hey bud quick question for ya. My key wont go all the way in to turn. Last few days it’s been sticking. I tried wd40, jiggling, turning wheel, nothing worked. I accidentally locked the wheel. I’m trying to pull the plastics to get to the tumbler but can’t get to last screw behind wheel. Is there a way to unlock the steer wheel without the key? It’s a 2012 Honda CRV I appreciate any help
I just want to say thank you..My tumblr crapped out 30 minutes away...I used the door key,WD40 and pipe cleaner to get the ignition to turn..None of it makes any sense..Worked thru every quarter turn for the key?..My key wont come out but the car starts like nothing..I have to say thank you
Thank you very much sir. Saved me a ton of bucks having the dealership pull this off and put it back on. I was lucky enough to have mine rebuilt, so no new programming.
I have a Honda fit with this problem. I also have a parts car of the same year and model. I have tried the chisel trick on both these vehicles for the security screws. And had absolutely no luck budging them at all. I even ground a slot in one of them and use the screwdriver bit with a quarter inch wrench, and still they will not move. It has become very frustrating. Next option is to just cut the strap off with a Dremel tool and deal with it afterwards. Looks so easy on video, but very frustrating when it doesn't work in reality.
@BigDog50001 Finished the job today. Cut slots in the heads of the bolts and used an air chisel with a dull bit and that got them to finally budge. The problem now is after putting in the assembly from the other Honda fit the engine turns over but it won't start. Does the computer need to be set up to recognize this donor part?
Alternate idea that may work for some. I had a locksmith come and make a key without programming it. He put the key on vice grips an worked it into the ignition cylinder. It took some work but he was able to re break the cylinder and my original key worked again. It was only $100 dollars to make a copy of the key and for his time. Well worth it. Have not had any issues since and I keep the spare in case I need to rework the cylinder to match the key cut.
What if my steering wheel is locked and key won't turn what is wrong this happen after I switched my ignition switch the battery was not connected. Thank u
Thank you BIG DOG!! I literally just used your method to unjam my ignition. I didn't have any 10w40 but I had some pink Oil hair glosser with the same consistency that did the trick. I own a 2002 LX 470 and I didn't want to invest in a new assembly so I'm very excited about this.
Loved the video this just happened to my car I had a question. Can I reuse the old immobilizer with the new ignition and new keys and just have the dealership reprogram the new keys and ignition to old immobilizer? Thank you!
eBay has the whole switch like you showed......$70 bucks. I took mine out and was about to take out all the tumblers in the lock so I could still drive it while waiting for new one. Also so I could take it to get the keys programed and not have to have it towed. Easy.
My civic is currently stuck in a parking lot with same problem and I'm trying to at least get the steering unlocked.. Was this procedure done with steering unlocked already via using that other key the way you did to get it going and in the garage? I guess my question is will I still be able to get it off if steering is locked? I have no access to another same gen honda key. Before when it started getting jammed, the hard part was turning it enough to get the steering unlocked then key turned fine between off/1/2 (or like off 90% off- i wasnt quite pulling it all the way back but enough to cut power to radio etc). If I take the assy off, and depress the steering lock "button" that slides up, I am hoping to be able to turn the key forward again. I wouldnt even mind blocking that button somehow so the steering never locks again ( until I get it fixed properly but I am just trying to get going for now.. )
My Jazz/Fit is doing this now out of nowhere and its just not worth spending on a whole new unit. Im wondering if its possible to bypass the immobiliser somehow and put a hidden switch somewhere instead.
You can bypass having to program the new key by using your old kill switch. You have to take the chip out off your old key and tape it to the side of the new key. Then you can drive to the Honda shop (instead of getting towed) to get the key programed.
Just hire a locksmith to do it on site and save money vs taking it to the dealership. I replace the cylinder when they're locked up and program a new key or clone the key in. Cut a new key as well. $25 in parts and $325 dollar job billed.
If you wanna really go cheap, just remove the tumbler from the working but stuck assembly! You can get the pins replaced at a locksmith for a few bucks, or remove the stuck pins a nd replace the Tumbler!
Now question my good sir!! If I go and get a 05’ Honda ignition cylinder hub.. will the same key work in this ignition cylinder? Same year model accord .. just trying to figure for the solution.. before doing it.. thx much and let’s stay geared up car gurus
The switch I bought didn’t come with the piece that attaches to the side where you put the key in. On my SI there is 1 white plug on the right side. that doesn’t marry to anything on my new setup. and I saw on my old switch that little box where it used to plug in at. Do I take it off and attach it to the new one? Or is it not necessary?
I found squirting some Kroil onto the bolts clamping the switch housing to the steering column then waiting a while finally helped me loosed the bolts with a small cold chisel rotating the bolt heads.
My 1999 civic has the same issue. But I finally got the key to turn and the car won’t crank. It’s not the battery. Also it’s kind of hard to get the key to turn back to get it out. Any suggestions?
Awesome video very well done!! Quick question I have a Smartbox Auto from Hillman, will that program the new key or what kind of programmer do I need to finish?
Awesome video. Only question I wanted to ask is why not replace only the ignition lock cylinder vs the whole assembly? Is there a test you could do first?
Might as well do the whole thing due to cylinder in this mechanism and probably close to same price. I’ve done partials of repairs before only to have to go back and do whole thing due to rest is old as well. Listen to end of video, he talks about cylinder also
Is it really necessary to remove the first three electrical plugs? I’d rather not if I don’t have to. Thanks 😊 I suppose it’ll give me a little more room to knock those Shear bolts out.
Great content!! Thanks much!! Does the immobilizer unit, pcb, go bad and/or does it control or talk to original remote key to unlock the ignition? Thanks
After all that work & planning….my question to you is this….”Why would you want to sheer those 8mm bolt heads off !??? I’d want to leave them intact for any future access and/or removal needs ! Especially on a Honda, where ignition issues are plentiful ! There’s no logical reason, that I can quickly think of, as to why you would want to sheer those bolt-heads off. making any future access that much more difficult & time consuming. Maybe there is a good reason to sheer them off & Im just not on that page. I know that if that car was either mine or someone else’s who I knew, they’d remain intact in case they need to be removed again. Other than that, great video. My issue w/my girlfriends 07 Civic is that the key was original & completely worn out so it wouldn’t turn the ignition. That was 2-years ago. At that time I replaced the tumblers & barrel & corrected the fault. Of course in hindsight, I should have replaced the key then too, but I didn’t because I was trying to save a few $. So , fast forward 2-years to current date (06.02.23) The original OEM key was getting stuck in the new tumblers because the old key prematurely wore out the new tumblers. So, I just replaced the tumblers w/all new & recut a new key to match the OEM key & new tumblers in ignition-barrel. And for some odd reason the very middle of the Ignition lock housing (that contains the steering-wheel lock tab itself) has locked itself & WILL NOT TURN, even w/the ignition switch removed & w/the new ignition tumbler-barrel completely removed as well (Including the immobilizer rings of course, that are still have plugged in & receiving power & signal, and they’re just hanging from their own harnesses) So the steering-wheel lock is STILL engaged w/the steering-column & not allowing me to turn the steering-wheel obviously, but is also not allowing me to turn or rotate the very middle section, that’s inside the center of the ignition housing ! The “Guts” inside that housing (That receives the male end of the tumbler-barrel) are stuck in one position, and that’s in the LOCK position !!! WTF !?!? What gives !?????? It was just working freely & flawlessly just before I replaced the tumblers & barrel & just removed the ignition-switch on the opposite end of the ignition-housing to eliminate the possibility that the switch was stuck in the LOCK position ! VERY CONFUSING & FRUSTRATING ! Has the ignition housing (That’s bolted to the steering-column w/those sheer-bolts) & the steering-wheel lock tab failed suddenly !??? Is staying in the LOCK position the trademark symptom of the ignition-housing failing !??? Remember, the ignition tumbler-barrel section is completely removed from the ignition-housing that’s bolted to the steering-column by those sheer-bolts. And at the opposite end, the ignition-switch is removed ! So the ONLY parts remaining intact inside that ignition-housing is that short center section that rotates (When fully assembled w/key in ignition) when you turn the key, which turns the ignition-switch & also turning the steering-column LOCK-TAB up into the bottom of the steering-column when in the “LOCK” position ! This section WILL NOT UNLOCK OR TURN by hand or screwdriver and/or needle nose !!!!! What’s stopping it from freely turning now that both ends, the tumbler-barrel (Where the key fits into) and the ignition-switch is also removed at the opposite end ! Aaaaaahhhhhhh !!!!🤨🤔🫣🤪
Excellent video BD. I am not an auto mechanic but i will change this thing out tomorrow in my car. Is there any way to get the keys programmed before installing. Can you rent that scan tool. Would an auto parts store where i buy the ignition have 1 to use? Thanks again BD, Killer video. Do you have any videosd for the rear door lock on a 2005 crv. The lock spun a bit and its not mechanical. I cant even get the door open now.
I am not aware of being able to rent a scan tool capable of programming these or programming beforehand. Another (cheaper) option is take lock assembly out and have a locksmith fix the lock cylinder. Generally when this is done it avoids the programming and you can still use the old key. I don't have any CR-V lock videos. Thanks for the comment!
The best time to fix your Honda (or any other brand) ignition is the moment it starts acting up/requires jiggling or playing with it to get it to turn. It's cheaper if you fix it early, if the key still can be made to work and turn often a locksmith can repair/replace the lock cylinder for not a lot of money. If your key being worn is part of the problem, as it often is on Hondas, a locksmith can cut a new key to factory specs and program it to the vehicle. The cost of a locksmith doing this on a lock that is just starting to fail but hasn't completely become inoperable is cheaper than the purchase price of this complete Honda ignition assembly and you won't be stuck with two keys for one car.
Is there way I can start my civic without having to change the cylinder,my key won’t turn I’ve tried all your tricks but nothing worked ,like can just bang a screw driver in the ignition or something?
If you used the old immobilizer wouldn't you also need to cut open the old key and remove the chip as well? The immobilizer is paired to the chip in the key.
I have a 2013 Honda Civic. Front bumper was ripped off and key won’t turn thanks to an inexperienced tow truck driver. Any idea of what may be the problem?
My fiancé did an ignition lock bypass on our 2011 Honda Civic and it worked to start the car but now the steering wheel is locked. Do you know how he can get it unlocked? He bought a new ignition switch but he said the tumbler is the problem and apparently the additional part he needs to fix that cost quite a bit more than we can afford but this is the only transportation we have so any advice you can give would be greatly appreciated.
The 2 bolts he had to tap off with the chisel - if you loosen both (don't take them all the way out) some. The assembly should drop down just enough for the steering wheel to turn. If y'all still needed help I hope this worked for ya. I'm trying to figure out how to bypass the immobilizer until I can get the money to reprogram the dang new key
So at the ending where u could take to a locksmith to repair…And they did so how would u put the sheer bolts back on after chiseling the off??….maybe get new ones…after watching this video everything seemed very informative.Thanks just had those couple questions Thanksn
hay Big Dog nice vid. Quick question. I have a 07 Honda fit. Ignition started not working so I got a new one. Well actually a salvaged one. Complete ignition. Is it going to work ok in my car or will I have to reprogram it? Thanks
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with those two headless bolts out why not grrind a slot in each one afterwards so you can just use a flat head screw driver if it happens again !!!
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@@EpicGamingEct Because you make a mess grinding stuff inside the car and those are security bolts. The head shears off to keep people (thieves) from easily removing the ignition/steering lock. If you want someone to defeat the lock with common tools in the future, you might as well use common bolts from the hardware store instead of the supplied shear bolts - no mess from grinding and easier to use a ratchet and socket than a flat head screwdriver.
@@killer2600 no Epic is saying with the bolts out of the vehicle then grind a slot for replacement. I may try that but have some new spec bolts on order too. I have seen that suggestion on the Ridgeline forum too.
[2004 HONDA CIVIC EX] Can't tell you how helpful this video was in solving my issue. The dealer wanted $1400 (parts and labor) and O'Reilys wanted $850 (part only). Amazon had the part for $60 but not 100% compatible but got the job done. Thank you again and highly recommend anyone who needs a cheap fix
Thank you very much for this. I removed my lock cylinder thanks to your instructions and had a locksmith repair it for $40. It probably saved me a couple hundred dollars.
He removed the assembly not the cylinder
Your locksmith repaired it and it worked ??
I am working on a 2008 Ridgeline here in 2024. My Ridgeline steering column may be a bit more complicated but this gives me hope. This is the most thoro video I have found - especially about how to get to and remove the housing. I live in very remote Alaska - no Honda dealers not lock smiths. I hope to remove the whole housing and take it to a locksmith to rebuild using a good original key. I'll have to trash the worn key. But you explained both options - very very good thank you.
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This is probably the most SPOT on video I've seen in a while! VERY detailed and perfect!! I had the same issue with a 2004 CR-V and BAM...new ignition switch installed! THANK YOU!!!!!!
Glad it helped!
Worked like a charm. Did it on a CR-V and re-used the immobilizer, programmed the keys with my scan tool and running great! Great video...appreciate your work!
Thank god , finally a Video telling people to disconnect the battery terminal first. Listen to his advice.. take care and stay safe
You might need your radio code
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The trick at 2:00 worked!!! My 03 Odyssey key would NOT turn (after weeks of fiddling with it to get it to work, it just stopped completely). So I borrowed a friend's Pilot key, stuck it about halfway in, and my key worked right away! Now I'm just going to keep it in the ignition and lock the doors from the outside :). Thank you!!!
Glad it helped, thanks for the comment!
@@BigDog50001 Thanks for the video! Today I screwed up and turned the key back to the 0 start position, and now the key won't work again and the trick doesn't work anymore :(.Tried with the same friend's Pilot key and a co-worker's Civic key.
Thanks. It was two weeks between disassembly, re-keying and re-addembly for me. Your clear information about two "wood-type screws at the top and one machine screw at the bottom" for the steering column cowling cover was very helpful as it's dark and cramped in the foot well. I filed the catching pawl off the sticking wafer and left it in the lock non-functionally so that I didn't lose it for possible re-furbishment later (hopefully avoiding having to re-key the locks). Thanks again.
YES!!! Thank you so much for providing info on how to get to the switch housing bolts and how to get it off. Too many videos just show working on the switch with the housing already removed from the steering colurm. Thank you!!
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Got the vehicle running but the steering wheel is locked. What to do now?????
Excellent video. I did a honda Fit 2016 model. The two break off bolts are REVERSE thread on the honda 2016 Fit model. I used a chisel and hammer for many hours and they would not turn because i was chiseling them counter clockwise. I realized this after drilling them out.
Had i known that they are reverse thread i wouldn't of drilled them out and had to purchase 2 more bolts off ebay etc
Good video.
If i was to do it again i would find the compressed pin and remove it only and replace just the key area. I couldnt find the pin as it was different from all the videos being a 2016 Honda Fit and ended up doing it the hardest way. I found the removal pin location after the whole unit was removed.
Thanks for the comment!
OMG I'm about to work on a 2008 Ridgeline. I will keep in mind I may have reverse threads!!!! Damn Honda makes all this stuff so bloody secure but insists on usind crappy lock cylinders!!!! Makes no sense to me.
This was a great video, for me the tumblers were worn but with the new ignition module I switched the new tumbler with the old ignition and it still would not turn, the whole module was shot. Thanks for the video, it's great to have my car back!
You can also order the lock tumblers on the internet for honda and change the tumblers to match your original key or get a locksmith to do this and then you have one key that does it all
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Not only was this video very informative, it was very well produced. Great images, camera angles, techniques and explanations. 5 Stars! *****
Working around any airbag system I always wait awhile (10 minutes or so) to make sure it has powered down. Good video as always Dave.
Thanks MIke!
Thank you thank you thank you!! I’ve got a 2004 odyssey. It’s a little bit different than the one you showed but close enough. You explained/showed every step really well and your voice was easy to follow. Great job!
I actually took it a step further and went into the lock cylinder and removed the damaged parts. I couldn’t have figured out how to get it off without your video. Thanks again!
Glad it helped, thanks for the comment!
A trick with those sheer bolts that a locksmith taught me. Take a drimel or like tool (small grinder cutting tool) and cut slots in the head straight across and you can take them out (or in) with a flat head screw driver.
That is another way, just have to be careful with metal shavings that might get everywhere. Thanks for the input!
Thanks for taking the time to make this video! My mom's crv is doing this and don't trust the repair places to treat her right.... sucks that two keys will be needed moving forward, may check with the locksmith. Much appreciated!
Great explanations of the steps involved. Any one who owns this car will be well ahead of the game if they watch this video.
Thank you Wyatt!
Agreed! Great video and repair.
This is an excellent video esp for those that aren't very mechanical. I do like to know what I"m paying for when work is done.
Thanks for the comment, I appreciate it!
Great video. A friend of mine just brought his CRV into the dealer for this repair. $1400.
advice on using spare key worked for me .. thank you from the future (past)
Hey bud quick question for ya. My key wont go all the way in to turn. Last few days it’s been sticking. I tried wd40, jiggling, turning wheel, nothing worked. I accidentally locked the wheel. I’m trying to pull the plastics to get to the tumbler but can’t get to last screw behind wheel. Is there a way to unlock the steer wheel without the key? It’s a 2012 Honda CRV I appreciate any help
I just want to say thank you..My tumblr crapped out 30 minutes away...I used the door key,WD40 and pipe cleaner to get the ignition to turn..None of it makes any sense..Worked thru every quarter turn for the key?..My key wont come out but the car starts like nothing..I have to say thank you
You saved me I was stuck in a supermarket yard this was really nice I appreciate your help
Thank you!!! You just saved me hundreds of dollars!!!
Great info on the srs unit. I watched a few videos and they didn't do that. This is my number 1 now, thank you sir.
Thank you, I appreciate the comment!
Thanx, now i got a fun project to do this weekend.
Thank you very much sir. Saved me a ton of bucks having the dealership pull this off and put it back on.
I was lucky enough to have mine rebuilt, so no new programming.
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Found the key I was told only un lock the door and the gas tank , but I actually started the car as well. Didn’t have a Key Fob but it works
Thank you. I used your video to fix my steering lock today.
I have a Honda fit with this problem. I also have a parts car of the same year and model. I have tried the chisel trick on both these vehicles for the security screws. And had absolutely no luck budging them at all. I even ground a slot in one of them and use the screwdriver bit with a quarter inch wrench, and still they will not move. It has become very frustrating. Next option is to just cut the strap off with a Dremel tool and deal with it afterwards. Looks so easy on video, but very frustrating when it doesn't work in reality.
I will usually drill them out at that point.
@BigDog50001 Finished the job today. Cut slots in the heads of the bolts and used an air chisel with a dull bit and that got them to finally budge. The problem now is after putting in the assembly from the other Honda fit the engine turns over but it won't start. Does the computer need to be set up to recognize this donor part?
Clear and straight to the point . Easy to understand. Awesome video .
Alternate idea that may work for some. I had a locksmith come and make a key without programming it. He put the key on vice grips an worked it into the ignition cylinder. It took some work but he was able to re break the cylinder and my original key worked again. It was only $100 dollars to make a copy of the key and for his time. Well worth it. Have not had any issues since and I keep the spare in case I need to rework the cylinder to match the key cut.
Thanks for the input!
What does this mean exactly? That he cranked that key until something broke in the ignition?
What if my steering wheel is locked and key won't turn what is wrong this happen after I switched my ignition switch the battery was not connected. Thank u
Thank you BIG DOG!!
I literally just used your method to unjam my ignition. I didn't have any 10w40 but I had some pink Oil hair glosser with the same consistency that did the trick. I own a 2002 LX 470 and I didn't want to invest in a new assembly so I'm very excited about this.
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hi the blows are given in the center of the screw or on the sides of the screw
Loved the video this just happened to my car I had a question. Can I reuse the old immobilizer with the new ignition and new keys and just have the dealership reprogram the new keys and ignition to old immobilizer? Thank you!
Thanks!
I appreciate the support, thank you!
Cut a new key and re-used the old chip which was still good. Had that key for 9 years. Wear and tear was the culprit.
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Is it true that you can have your old key 🗝 next to the new one when you open the ignition and it’ll turn on the car ?
yes, eventually if you dont care about car being stolen you can glue the old key somewhere inside very close to the ignition.
eBay has the whole switch like you showed......$70 bucks. I took mine out and was about to take out all the tumblers in the lock so I could still drive it while waiting for new one. Also so I could take it to get the keys programed and not have to have it towed. Easy.
Hopefully it is decent quality, thanks for the input!
My civic is currently stuck in a parking lot with same problem and I'm trying to at least get the steering unlocked.. Was this procedure done with steering unlocked already via using that other key the way you did to get it going and in the garage? I guess my question is will I still be able to get it off if steering is locked? I have no access to another same gen honda key.
Before when it started getting jammed, the hard part was turning it enough to get the steering unlocked then key turned fine between off/1/2 (or like off 90% off- i wasnt quite pulling it all the way back but enough to cut power to radio etc). If I take the assy off, and depress the steering lock "button" that slides up, I am hoping to be able to turn the key forward again. I wouldnt even mind blocking that button somehow so the steering never locks again ( until I get it fixed properly but I am just trying to get going for now.. )
Replace the split wafers in the ign cylinder. The whole assembly did NOT need to be replaced. Probably cost a lot more than a rekey at a locksmith.
My Jazz/Fit is doing this now out of nowhere and its just not worth spending on a whole new unit. Im wondering if its possible to bypass the immobiliser somehow and put a hidden switch somewhere instead.
You can bypass having to program the new key by using your old kill switch. You have to take the chip out off your old key and tape it to the side of the new key. Then you can drive to the Honda shop (instead of getting towed) to get the key programed.
That can work if the old Immobilizer is reused.
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Just hire a locksmith to do it on site and save money vs taking it to the dealership. I replace the cylinder when they're locked up and program a new key or clone the key in. Cut a new key as well. $25 in parts and $325 dollar job billed.
What was the part called that you ordered? I installed a new lock cylinder but it didn’t work, I think i need that whole part that you unboxed
If you wanna really go cheap, just remove the tumbler from the working but stuck assembly! You can get the pins replaced at a locksmith for a few bucks, or remove the stuck pins a nd replace the Tumbler!
There’s a RUclips video on this 👍
@@scottb_02where’s the RUclips video
Now question my good sir!! If I go and get a 05’ Honda ignition cylinder hub.. will the same key work in this ignition cylinder? Same year model accord .. just trying to figure for the solution.. before doing it.. thx much and let’s stay geared up car gurus
Hey bro I have a question ok I replaced my starter and my car still won’t crank unless I keep trying and trying is it my ignition switch?
The switch I bought didn’t come with the piece that attaches to the side where you put the key in. On my SI there is 1 white plug on the right side. that doesn’t marry to anything on my new setup. and I saw on my old switch that little box where it used to plug in at. Do I take it off and attach it to the new one? Or is it not necessary?
Life saver i just wiggle it and it worked saved me some bucks.....
I found squirting some Kroil onto the bolts clamping the switch housing to the steering column then waiting a while finally helped me loosed the bolts with a small cold chisel rotating the bolt heads.
My Honda accord steering wheel is locked but the key turns and car starts. What do you think the issue is? Thanks.
Power steering
My 1999 civic has the same issue. But I finally got the key to turn and the car won’t crank. It’s not the battery. Also it’s kind of hard to get the key to turn back to get it out. Any suggestions?
Did you ever find out why key wasn't coming out
Hi if I was to chnage in on a 2005 EU mk 7 with a another unit of another car would I need to configure the new barrel?
Thank you bro just what I needed to hear thumbs up!
Thanks 👍!
If I use a second hand key and ignition and install it to replace the old one. Do I still need to program it?
Subscribing right now ! Amazing content !
How much would it cost to get it done if your not mechanically inclined
How much would a locksmith or dealer charge typically to do only the computer "turn key on/off" procedure; if all else is installed by me ?
Awesome video very well done!! Quick question I have a Smartbox Auto from Hillman, will that program the new key or what kind of programmer do I need to finish?
Do you where you can get another immobilizer chip? I tossed it out when I replaced my shell not thinking the buttons is what part that starts the car.
This happened to my 2015 Honda accord! How much is the original part? Does anyone know? Thank you.
do you still have to reprogram the keys if arent replacing the part just bringing it to a locksmith?
Awesome video. Only question I wanted to ask is why not replace only the ignition lock cylinder vs the whole assembly? Is there a test you could do first?
Might as well do the whole thing due to cylinder in this mechanism and probably close to same price. I’ve done partials of repairs before only to have to go back and do whole thing due to rest is old as well. Listen to end of video, he talks about cylinder also
Wish you had a close up on the scanner, but good video
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Hi this is a great video but im a little new what does it mean to seer off when your putting those bolts back in thanks in advance for your response
The bolt heads shear off when you tighten them to prevent them from being easily removed (anti-theft).
I was just going to ask about sheering two small bolts and WHY!?! Thanks for clarifying BD5K1
Is it really necessary to remove the first three electrical plugs? I’d rather not if I don’t have to. Thanks 😊 I suppose it’ll give me a little more room to knock those Shear bolts out.
Great content!! Thanks much!!
Does the immobilizer unit, pcb, go bad and/or does it control or talk to original remote key to unlock the ignition? Thanks
After all that work &
planning….my question to you is this….”Why would you want to sheer those 8mm bolt heads off !??? I’d want to leave them intact for any future access and/or removal needs ! Especially on a Honda, where ignition issues are plentiful ! There’s no logical reason, that I can quickly think of, as to why you would want to sheer those bolt-heads off. making any future access that much more difficult & time consuming. Maybe there is a good reason to sheer them off & Im just not on that page. I know that if that car was either mine or someone else’s who I knew, they’d remain intact in case they need to be removed again. Other than that, great video.
My issue w/my girlfriends 07 Civic is that the key was original & completely worn out so it wouldn’t turn the ignition. That was 2-years ago. At that time I replaced the tumblers & barrel & corrected the fault. Of course in hindsight, I should have replaced the key then too, but I didn’t because I was trying to save a few $. So , fast forward 2-years to current date (06.02.23) The original OEM key was getting stuck in the new tumblers because the old key prematurely wore out the new tumblers. So, I just replaced the tumblers w/all new & recut a new key to match the OEM key & new tumblers in ignition-barrel. And for some odd reason the very middle of the Ignition lock housing (that contains the steering-wheel lock tab itself) has locked itself & WILL NOT TURN, even w/the ignition switch removed & w/the new ignition tumbler-barrel completely removed as well (Including the immobilizer rings of course, that are still have plugged in & receiving power & signal, and they’re just hanging from their own harnesses) So the steering-wheel lock is STILL engaged w/the steering-column & not allowing me to turn the steering-wheel obviously, but is also not allowing me to turn or rotate the very middle section, that’s inside the center of the ignition housing ! The “Guts” inside that housing (That receives the male end of the tumbler-barrel) are stuck in one position, and that’s in the LOCK position !!! WTF !?!? What gives !?????? It was just working freely & flawlessly just before I replaced the tumblers & barrel & just removed the ignition-switch on the opposite end of the ignition-housing to eliminate the possibility that the switch was stuck in the LOCK position ! VERY CONFUSING & FRUSTRATING ! Has the ignition housing (That’s bolted to the steering-column w/those sheer-bolts) & the steering-wheel lock tab failed suddenly !??? Is staying in the LOCK position the trademark symptom of the ignition-housing failing !??? Remember, the ignition tumbler-barrel section is completely removed from the ignition-housing that’s bolted to the steering-column by those sheer-bolts. And at the opposite end, the ignition-switch is removed ! So the ONLY parts remaining intact inside that ignition-housing is that short center section that rotates (When fully assembled w/key in ignition) when you turn the key, which turns the ignition-switch & also turning the steering-column LOCK-TAB up into the bottom of the steering-column when in the “LOCK” position ! This section WILL NOT UNLOCK OR TURN by hand or screwdriver and/or needle nose !!!!! What’s stopping it from freely turning now that both ends, the tumbler-barrel (Where the key fits into) and the ignition-switch is also removed at the opposite end ! Aaaaaahhhhhhh !!!!🤨🤔🫣🤪
Can I have the link for that scan tool? And can you do a video on how to use it. Thanks
Scan Tool: amzn.to/2zVDSSF
Excellent video BD. I am not an auto mechanic but i will change this thing out tomorrow in my car. Is there any way to get the keys programmed before installing. Can you rent that scan tool. Would an auto parts store where i buy the ignition have 1 to use? Thanks again BD, Killer video. Do you have any videosd for the rear door lock on a 2005 crv. The lock spun a bit and its not mechanical. I cant even get the door open now.
I am not aware of being able to rent a scan tool capable of programming these or programming beforehand. Another (cheaper) option is take lock assembly out and have a locksmith fix the lock cylinder. Generally when this is done it avoids the programming and you can still use the old key. I don't have any CR-V lock videos. Thanks for the comment!
Thanks for sharing. I assume this would this be the same for a 2009 Civic?
The best time to fix your Honda (or any other brand) ignition is the moment it starts acting up/requires jiggling or playing with it to get it to turn. It's cheaper if you fix it early, if the key still can be made to work and turn often a locksmith can repair/replace the lock cylinder for not a lot of money. If your key being worn is part of the problem, as it often is on Hondas, a locksmith can cut a new key to factory specs and program it to the vehicle. The cost of a locksmith doing this on a lock that is just starting to fail but hasn't completely become inoperable is cheaper than the purchase price of this complete Honda ignition assembly and you won't be stuck with two keys for one car.
my steering locked when my ignition jammed up, if i take my ignition off like that, will i be able to unlock the steering? GREATSTUFFMAN!!!
Is there way I can start my civic without having to change the cylinder,my key won’t turn I’ve tried all your tricks but nothing worked ,like can just bang a screw driver in the ignition or something?
Wow OLD video but very HELPFUL THANK YOU
Glad it was helpful, thanks for watching!
@@BigDog50001 YES i just finished doing it today and it now works THANKS AGAIN 👏👋✌️
savior wheel was locked wrong watched this and figured it out cause you gotta turn the damn wheel slightly to get it to unlock
If you used the old immobilizer wouldn't you also need to cut open the old key and remove the chip as well? The immobilizer is paired to the chip in the key.
If you take the mobilizer of the old ignition and put it on the new one do you still need to program anything?
The key and the Immobilizer both need to be programmed to the car.
I have a 2013 Honda Civic. Front bumper was ripped off and key won’t turn thanks to an inexperienced tow truck driver. Any idea of what may be the problem?
Thank you for the info on the air bag having an internal electric source. The 3 minute wait period. As always great info and excellent video thanks 👍👍
Thank you!
Exelente video desde Honduras me sirvió mucho ver este tutorial saludos y thanks
Can you still do all this if the steering wheel is locked
Thin stir straw for coffee or wd40 straw just poked it a few times the then used the key. And was able to turn and start to get home.
Thanks for the input!
Yeah that won't keep working...
Eventually you’re gonna have to get a new key. I had my ignition replaced and key replaced and over time it still slowly creeps back up.
My fiancé did an ignition lock bypass on our 2011 Honda Civic and it worked to start the car but now the steering wheel is locked. Do you know how he can get it unlocked? He bought a new ignition switch but he said the tumbler is the problem and apparently the additional part he needs to fix that cost quite a bit more than we can afford but this is the only transportation we have so any advice you can give would be greatly appreciated.
The 2 bolts he had to tap off with the chisel - if you loosen both (don't take them all the way out) some. The assembly should drop down just enough for the steering wheel to turn. If y'all still needed help I hope this worked for ya. I'm trying to figure out how to bypass the immobilizer until I can get the money to reprogram the dang new key
The wiggling worked in a 2001 Civic DX. Who ever else has one shake the steering wheel vigorously but not violently
Thanks for the input.
How much would the parts and labor be if takin to dealer
Your ruff estimate?
So at the ending where u could take to a locksmith to repair…And they did so how would u put the sheer bolts back on after chiseling the off??….maybe get new ones…after watching this video everything seemed very informative.Thanks just had those couple questions Thanksn
Hello I have a 06 civic same issue I just can't pull key off or turn it any direction
You Sir are a hero. Thanks for the video!
Thanks 👍!
What can I do it turned ove0r once it's hard to get it back in a new key
My old Honda parking is completely stuck, and my steering wheel is hard to turn and my keys won’t turn too help!!
Had this happen and the steering wheel locked with it. If you wiggle the steering wheel while you turn the key it seems to work.
hay Big Dog nice vid. Quick question. I have a 07 Honda fit. Ignition started not working so I got a new one. Well actually a salvaged one. Complete ignition. Is it going to work ok in my car or will I have to reprogram it? Thanks
Also wondering the same
What if the steering is locked ? could i just unplug the battery for a couple mins to release it?
So your saying if I use the old immobilizer I don’t have to program anything?
I'm thinking, what if you had replaced the Immobilizer PCB in the old assembly and put it the new assembly
I have a 2005 Honda Fit/Jazz with the same problem is the part number the same with the one you used on the Honda Civic 2003
Not positive, I would always double check part numbers with a Honda dealer.
would it be easier/cheaper to hotwire?