removing a ignition tumbler

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CHARLIE SMILEY
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How to remove my ignition barrel for the car listed above GLS model?
Mar 9, 2018 at 3:19 PM
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KHLOW2008
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With ignition key turned to ACC position, press the locking pin (tab) on the outer housing and pull out the key cylinder.
Mar 10, 2018 at 2:04 PM
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CHARLIE SMILEY
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No locking pins on outer housing just two very small pins top of housing. do i drill them out?
Mar 10, 2018 at 8:31 PM
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KHLOW2008
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With Key in ACC, are you able to push at the pin and make them go inwards? If yes then that would allow you to remove the cylinder. If not you would have to drill them out. You can try tapping at the cylinder to dislodge the pin, which would slowly come out if it is the type that is punched in during installation, usually done when after market theft proof keys are used.
Mar 12, 2018 at 12:49 AM
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CHARLIE SMILEY
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Thanks for your help it is most appreciated.
Mar 12, 2018 at 5:57 AM
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