Date: 4 Feb 2005 00:01:52 GMT From: Dave Hinz <DaveHinznospamcop.net> Subject: Re: 88 900 Turbo - key stuck in ignition
On Thu, 03 Feb 2005 23:24:48 +0000, Grunff <grunffnospam.com> wrote: > J.S.User wrote: >> My daughter's 88 900 turbo will not let you take the key out of the >> ignition. The car goes into reverse (5-speed stick), but the interlock to >> let you turn the key all the way to "off" seems to be stuck, busted, or >> just plain damn cranky. The key turns as far as the accessory position, >> but no further. >> >> I have not begun the disassembly process yet - I'll be doing that this >> weekend. Any easy way to fix this? Anything to watch out for? Any way to >> just disable the damn interlock? > > First, don't give up trying to remove the key yet - fixing this will be > a whole lot easier if you can get the key out. Try this: Well, you can work on it pretty well even with the key in, you just can't take the cover off entirely, right? > Hold the key with one hand, pushing it down and turning it towards "off" > gently. Now grab the gear stick, and put it into 5th, then reverse. > Wiggle it around in reverse while applying gentle pressure to the key. > Keep trying for at least half an hour ;-) > > The alternative involves a fiddly removal (because of the key) of the > lock mechanism, and drilling out of the cylinder. It'll take you half a > day easy. I'd work with mirrors first, before drilling out anything...