So we just got our jeep and it was SO dusty things started to jam like the key tumbler. This video helped me so much man thank you. I popped it like you say in the video, no need to drop any panels. Then I drenched the thing in lubricant and worked the mechanism a few times, let it sit, worked it a little more and it’s back to normal now, easy like new. Lucky I had just got home when it happened. Thanks for the video
You saved me man!! I was dreading pulling apart a bunch of stuff. I lost my only key, so I had to drill out the push button instead of push it. Now off to ebay to buy matching door locks and ignition set lol.
You can get the key to turn. Put the key in the ignition and then tap the key a few times with a rubber mallet. Then turn the key. It will work fine for a few days.
Agreed. Exactly how I was rolling with my 2004 Dodge Dakota Truck. Got a rubber mallet in the cab, but was afraid to turn the bruised ignition key all the way back to the off position. Was just turning the key back somewhere between off and when all the accessories came blaring back on, especially as I roll up into a Gas Station. Finally came home from AutoZone with a new Cylinder Lock and two new keys. As soon as I finish up my senior citizen year at RUclips University, I'm going outside with with my toolkit and fix this shlit once & for all.
Thanks for a great video! I tried for about an hour to get the old cylinder out. Eventually took to cover off. Still could not get out until I did what you said and also turned the key to on position. Came right out. One other note: I think you need the key in on position in order to get the new cylinder in as well. Thanks again!
I was thinking the release switch inside that little hole at the bottom of the steering column only operates if the key is moved forward in the on position. If you try to push that release button in the locked position, it will not budge. So how were you able to remove it if the key would not allow you to move the stuck cylinder forward into the on position??
Because I could put the key all the way into the cylinder and somewhat force it enough to work. The problem was the cylinder was seizing up in the start position. I couldn’t get the Jeep to start, so removing the cylinder allowed for this until I could get to the parts store to get the replacement cylinder and key. 🍻
I have almost the same problem, how come my steering wheel will not lock up and the ignition key will not turn . The alarm when off I tried to start the jeep with the tail gate up would that be a problem starting up the jeep?
You do have to have the key to remove the lock cylinder, once removed you can start it up. You would need a locksmith to make a key for the ignition which would most likely match the doors! At that time you may want to check it’s the same as the door before locksmith leaves! Good luck and thanks for watching 🍻
You make it look so easy. I was hopeful. However, I don't have a key and to push the button to release the cylinder you need to be able to turn it part way to on. So, how do I get this suckered out with no key? Help!?!?!?
Hmm Maybe 🤔 Take other side lock off door or side with broken key if possible and have him make a key for that lock! Should work for ignition! Also if you can get the lock cylinder off, the locksmith can extract the broken key if you have both half’s of the key he can copy one for you
I dont recommend it but I had an f150 I had that i lost the key to and we just drilled the inner section of the cylinder out enough to allow the cylinder to move freely without the need for a key so we could use the release to get the cylinder out
Just got the opposite of what happened here, my cylinder turns freely with without the pin resistance or "clicks". It smoothly turns all the way and remained stuck on the first click where you can read the fuel, oil and I think temp levels with the key out or in. Tried again several times and still no clicks, key comes out freely... I'm hoping it's just the cylinder pins and not the switch underneath. Thanks for the video, 05 jeep tj.
Maybe the switch/ part the cylinder engages to? The link in between! But that would still be a ignition replacement! Easy swap hope it’s not more involved than that for ya! Thanks for watching
Thank you! Straight to the point! My 2002 TJ still has the original key (with transponder/chip). Will the new cylinder from autozone work just fine? Or do i need to install the transponder in the new key?
I don’t know much about the key and cylinder that comes with the transponder chip. if it’s oem anti theft related that may possibly be dealer only item but not totally sure! Have you come up with any solutions yet! Good luck and thanks for watching 🍻
Hi! Beautiful clear concise video My Man! I noticed about 30% of the other RUclips Unversity Ignition Experts here, such as yourself, are saying to pull, at least, the *negative* *cable* end off the *battery* as I start the new cylinder key repair/swap. I plan to do what you did on my 2004 *Dodge* *Dakota* Truck (there's a lot of similarities there with my vehicle and yours) and didn't want to upset/confuse any *anti-theft* crap on my truck. I do have a little *fob* *thingy* that locks or unlocks the doors (when the battery is fresh) but I don't think it'll give me any problems swapping out my 2004 Dodge Truck Key with the new Cylinder and Key kit from Autozone. Any battery thoughts?
Oh yeah disconnect battery is always a good idea, unless your trying to start it with out the key cylinder in , which you may need the key if chipped, and equipped with anti- theft security. Thanks for watching
Mikey broke I bypassed it and then starting my car currently with a screwdriver I bought a new lock cylinder with a new set of keys but all the video show me how to do it with a key I need to know how to do it without the key
You if your key is broke inside there and you can rotate the cylinder with a screwdriver and start it then you should be able to remove the ignition cylinder as well using this method
I'm pretty sure that the inside of the cylinder is damaged somehow because it kept breaking my keys so I bought a new cylinder but not in time before the key broke like in my hand one day
@@AndreaSmith73 if you have both pieces, put them in there to turn and replace the cylinder. The cylinder has to be rotated with a key. Don’t lock your steering wheel Option 2 go take the broken key to a locksmith and they can make you a new key to use
@@ATEMOFFROAD I was afraid you were going to say that I don't have any pieces of it anymore it's happened like two or three months ago someone tried to Jack my car and the key got broken in the struggle they didn't get my car LOL
So we just got our jeep and it was SO dusty things started to jam like the key tumbler. This video helped me so much man thank you. I popped it like you say in the video, no need to drop any panels. Then I drenched the thing in lubricant and worked the mechanism a few times, let it sit, worked it a little more and it’s back to normal now, easy like new. Lucky I had just got home when it happened. Thanks for the video
Awesome! Welcome to the Channel 🍻
Straight and to the point! Thank you. I'm removing my dash in 97 TJ and needed help getting the tumbler out so I could remove the plastic shroud.
💥 nice , glad I could help, thanks for watching! I appreciate it
My last key went down the sewer and this video helped me saved alot of money thank u
💥 nice, thanks for watching, I really appreciate it! Cheers
You saved me man!! I was dreading pulling apart a bunch of stuff. I lost my only key, so I had to drill out the push button instead of push it. Now off to ebay to buy matching door locks and ignition set lol.
your comment should be pinned, this video and your comment saved me a tow truck bill.
Thanks man! You’ve saved me a lot of time, dismantling and money!!!!
Thanks for watching buddy I appreciate it 🍻
You can get the key to turn. Put the key in the ignition and then tap the key a few times with a rubber mallet. Then turn the key. It will work fine for a few days.
Nice 👍🏼
Agreed. Exactly how I was rolling with my 2004 Dodge Dakota Truck. Got a rubber mallet in the cab, but was afraid to turn the bruised ignition key all the way back to the off position. Was just turning the key back somewhere between off and when all the accessories came blaring back on, especially as I roll up into a Gas Station. Finally came home from AutoZone with a new Cylinder Lock and two new keys. As soon as I finish up my senior citizen year at RUclips University, I'm going outside with with my toolkit and fix this shlit once & for all.
@@designertjp-utube haha 😂 hope it all worked out buddy thanks for watching 🍻
@@ATEMOFFROAD Hi! Yep, she crankin'! Thank You for your Ignition Tips!
Thank you for this tip that was exactly what I needed to get mine out
Thanks for a great video! I tried for about an hour to get the old cylinder out. Eventually took to cover off. Still could not get out until I did what you said and also turned the key to on position. Came right out. One other note: I think you need the key in on position in order to get the new cylinder in as well. Thanks again!
That’s makes sense, thanks for watching 🍻
Your video just saved me! thank you
Thanks for watching 🍻
I was thinking the release switch inside that little hole at the bottom of the steering column only operates if the key is moved forward in the on position. If you try to push that release button in the locked position, it will not budge. So how were you able to remove it if the key would not allow you to move the stuck cylinder forward into the on position??
Because I could put the key all the way into the cylinder and somewhat force it enough to work. The problem was the cylinder was seizing up in the start position. I couldn’t get the Jeep to start, so removing the cylinder allowed for this until I could get to the parts store to get the replacement cylinder and key. 🍻
I'm hoping my 87 yj will be the same. We'll see. Thanks!
You Tube University does it again! thanks it worked.
Thanks for watching
Have to grind down the tooth to get back in if I’m the off position
Haha this helped me today Dustin!
Aww yeah , thanks for watching buddy 🍻
Best video ! Thank you
Thank you 🍻
I have almost the same problem, how come my steering wheel will not lock up and the ignition key will not turn . The alarm when off I tried to start the jeep with the tail gate up would that be a problem starting up the jeep?
Excellent video.
Thanks for saving me money bro
Absolutely 👍🏼 🍻
I now own a brand new jeep that used to be my neighbors lol
😂😂
Question.. what if you lost your only key and can’t push that button to remove the cylinder?
You need to call a locksmith
So if you have no keys at all for the vehicle at auction then I can easily change the Ignition Barrel but what about the Door's ??
You do have to have the key to remove the lock cylinder, once removed you can start it up. You would need a locksmith to make a key for the ignition which would most likely match the doors! At that time you may want to check it’s the same as the door before locksmith leaves! Good luck and thanks for watching 🍻
You make it look so easy. I was hopeful. However, I don't have a key and to push the button to release the cylinder you need to be able to turn it part way to on. So, how do I get this suckered out with no key? Help!?!?!?
Good question , I really don’t know , I would suggest a locksmith. Thanks for watching 🍻
I wld keep the old keys I'm nostalgic I remember those days ignition key and door lock key lol
I’m considering it , my locksmith is pretty affordable too 🍻
Good video thank you
I don’t get it, what about the skim module? 🤔
What do you do if you don’t have a key at all? How would you get it out? Broke my key in the door. And no spare.
Hmm Maybe 🤔 Take other side lock off door or side with broken key if possible and have him make a key for that lock! Should work for ignition! Also if you can get the lock cylinder off, the locksmith can extract the broken key if you have both half’s of the key he can copy one for you
I lost my key and I want see if this not come witch code
I dont recommend it but I had an f150 I had that i lost the key to and we just drilled the inner section of the cylinder out enough to allow the cylinder to move freely without the need for a key so we could use the release to get the cylinder out
Just got the opposite of what happened here, my cylinder turns freely with without the pin resistance or "clicks". It smoothly turns all the way and remained stuck on the first click where you can read the fuel, oil and I think temp levels with the key out or in. Tried again several times and still no clicks, key comes out freely... I'm hoping it's just the cylinder pins and not the switch underneath.
Thanks for the video, 05 jeep tj.
Maybe the switch/ part the cylinder engages to? The link in between! But that would still be a ignition replacement! Easy swap hope it’s not more involved than that for ya! Thanks for watching
Can anybody help me get my ignition cylinder out without the key
Thank you! Straight to the point!
My 2002 TJ still has the original key (with transponder/chip).
Will the new cylinder from autozone work just fine? Or do i need to install the transponder in the new key?
I don’t know much about the key and cylinder that comes with the transponder chip. if it’s oem anti theft related that may possibly be dealer only item but not totally sure! Have you come up with any solutions yet! Good luck and thanks for watching 🍻
I’m in the same boat, I wonder if the old key on the ring with the new cylinder and new key would work.
What about if i dont have the key
Why is the new key missing a chunk out of it?
Where do you see that? Both keys look good to me?
@@ATEMOFFROAD there’s a chunk missing out of the new switch.
@@jeffsoutdooradventures6120 oh I didn’t replace the whole thing just the cylinder
@@ATEMOFFROAD ok that makes way more sense. It’s great content though and it helped us get a buddy out of a jam so thank you.
Nice thanks bro
Hi! Beautiful clear concise video My Man! I noticed about 30% of the other RUclips Unversity Ignition Experts here, such as yourself, are saying to pull, at least, the *negative* *cable* end off the *battery* as I start the new cylinder key repair/swap. I plan to do what you did on my 2004 *Dodge* *Dakota* Truck (there's a lot of similarities there with my vehicle and yours) and didn't want to upset/confuse any *anti-theft* crap on my truck. I do have a little *fob* *thingy* that locks or unlocks the doors (when the battery is fresh) but I don't think it'll give me any problems swapping out my 2004 Dodge Truck Key with the new Cylinder and Key kit from Autozone. Any battery thoughts?
Oh yeah disconnect battery is always a good idea, unless your trying to start it with out the key cylinder in , which you may need the key if chipped, and equipped with anti- theft security. Thanks for watching
What if you have lost the original keys?
You’ll have to call a locksmith out he’ll be able to make you a key to get it out
How do I pull out the old one
Must have key in ignition, thanks for watching
@@ATEMOFFROAD for some reason my keys keep sloping out when I pull it, I turned the key once then pulled
@@lilwen3 are you pushing the button up at the same time with a screwdriver
Thanks4That
PaulyWould 'ya 💥 nice, thanks for watching, i appreciate it!
Mikey broke I bypassed it and then starting my car currently with a screwdriver I bought a new lock cylinder with a new set of keys but all the video show me how to do it with a key I need to know how to do it without the key
You if your key is broke inside there and you can rotate the cylinder with a screwdriver and start it then you should be able to remove the ignition cylinder as well using this method
It's not broke off in the cylinder it just broke
I'm pretty sure that the inside of the cylinder is damaged somehow because it kept breaking my keys so I bought a new cylinder but not in time before the key broke like in my hand one day
@@AndreaSmith73 if you have both pieces, put them in there to turn and replace the cylinder. The cylinder has to be rotated with a key. Don’t lock your steering wheel
Option 2 go take the broken key to a locksmith and they can make you a new key to use
@@ATEMOFFROAD I was afraid you were going to say that I don't have any pieces of it anymore it's happened like two or three months ago someone tried to Jack my car and the key got broken in the struggle they didn't get my car LOL
Northeast usa they all wanted like over $80 for a new cylinder lol
That’s wild, I think I paid 22 dollars here at our local parts store. But that was awhile back. Thanks for watching 🍻
@@ATEMOFFROAD the switch was $25 and the actuator pin assembly was like $71 for the doorman the cheaper 1 was out of stock for $66