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1987 Mazda 626 Ignition Swith / Key Tumbler

Tiny
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  • 1987 MAZDA 626
Electrical problem
1987 Mazda 626 4 cyl Two Wheel Drive Automatic 150k miles

I was recently having trouble turning the key to start the car. Well just today the whole tumbler froze up and I couldn't get the key out, until it finally broke off.

Can I replace the entire tumbler / switch mechanism? If so, how do I go about doing so?
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Monday, February 15th, 2010 AT 9:03 PM

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Tiny
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Remove the combination switch. Using a small cold chisel and hammer, make a groove in each ignition lock retaining screw wide enough to accept a flat blade screwdriver. Remove the retaining screws, then withdraw the ignition switch assembly.


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Install the switch with new screws. Break their heads off to make the switch difficult for a thief to remove.
Reverse the remaining steps of the removal procedure to install the combination switch. While tightening the steering lock mounting screws, insert the ignition key and check the lock for proper operation.
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