1992 Ford Tempo ignition switch

1992 FORD TEMPO
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MEGAND_15
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1992 Ford Tempo 6 cyl Front Wheel Drive Automatic +10000 miles
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i lost my car keys and it is gonna be cheaper to replace the switch then to get a key made. i am dumb founded when it comes to cars. my step dad is gonna change it for me, but he don't know to much about cars either. i was wondering if u could walk me through it. thanks megan
Dec 23, 2007 at 11:59 AM
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BLACKOP555
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the cheapest thing to do is to call up the dealer and have them get you the key. if you put in a new one you will have to have it reprogrammed anyways before it will start.

to replace you should see a hole on the ignition tumbler, simply drill it out about 1/8th of an inch and the tumbler should pull right out.
Dec 23, 2007 at 1:50 PM
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