1993 Ford Explorer Lost Ignition Key

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I have a 1993 Explorer 4 wheel drive 4lt engine and I have lost my key. To replace the switch the directions tell me to turn the key to the run position. My problem is that I don't have the ignition key. Is there a way to remove it without the key?
Feb 17, 2007 at 8:11 AM
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That's a problem!

Give the local lock smith a call or the dealer and have a key made. Not sure the secret on that one, but they will tell you what you need.
Feb 17, 2007 at 8:14 AM
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[quote:5b210e6cff="Service Writer"]That's a problem!

Give the local lock smith a call or the dealer and have a key made. Not sure the secret on that one, but they will tell you what you need.[/quote:5b210e6cff]Thanks! I was afraid of that.
Feb 17, 2007 at 8:18 AM
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I think it will be less painful than the switch?
Feb 17, 2007 at 8:24 AM
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you can go to a lock smith with the seriel number and they can cut a key or you can drill tumblers out through the key hole then punch out pin in old cylinder and remove. easiery to cut new key
Feb 17, 2007 at 1:23 PM
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[quote:01ffbd5cbe="bigg2003"]you can go to a lock smith with the seriel number and they can cut a key or you can drill tumblers out through the key hole then punch out pin in old cylinder and remove. easiery to cut new key[/quote:01ffbd5cbe] Thanks, I will try the easier route as you two have suggested.
Feb 19, 2007 at 9:59 AM

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Have a locksmith or dealer cut a new ignition key, using the vehicle serial number if available, so the switch can be turned to run for replacement. Cutting a key is easier than drilling the cylinder.

Conversation Summary

The owner of a 1993 Ford Explorer lost the ignition key and cannot follow ignition switch replacement steps that require the key in the run position. Replies recommend having a locksmith or dealer make a key rather than forcing or drilling the cylinder, and the owner agreed to try that route.

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