Ignition lock grief

[sierraman]

If the key won't turn in the ignition barrel I.e there's a problem with the barrel, in order to repair the barrel do you need a complete new set of locks? I'd sooner avoid this... Is there a way of repairing it? It's a 2003 Focus

[Sheefag]

Is the key stuck in the lock?

[sierraman]

No idea. I'm at work. The other half was ringing the phone off the hook griping about it. I'd take it that she can take the key out yes. I've never had a problem with it other than occasionally I've needed to give the key a slight press in as I turn it. Key isn't worn at all. I've a spare somewhere in the house. I'll try that when I'm in. Just enquiring if there was a problem with the barrel if I'd need to obtain a new ignition barrel from breakers and if it would work? Be a pain if I needed to swap it as you use the key to withdraw the barrel.

[Sheefag]

If the key is removable from the lock, it's usually a case of lube it with powdered graphite and agitate the key in and out a few times to free up the tumblers.

 

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[sierraman]

I've some graphite oil in aerosol. See what crack is tonight when I get in. When I bought it, the guy used the key we use for the door and another for the ignition. In my wisdom I figured I'd leave the 'other' key in the house as a spare on the basis they were the same key so there's no point having the same key. We'll see if I'm right when I get in... Thanks for reply.

[Stixy]

The lock cylinder can be rebuilt   there are rebuild kits on ebay   

[SiC]

If you get the key turned but its temperamental, now is the time to replace the lock. As usually the lock mechanism is only removable when you've turned the key.

[Stixy]

http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Ford-Steering-Ignition-Lock-Repair-Kit-Escort-Fiesta-Ka-Puma-Sierra-RS-/331816979737?hash=item4d41d54d19:g:fsEAAOSwdU1W-uOI