Ignition keylock blocking

The ignition lock has an electrical switch screwed into the back side. That often happens when that electrical switch breaks internally. Take out the 2 screws, partially dislodge the switch and see if the key turns normally again.

 

You have to turn the key ALL THE WAY left to restart it looks like you only going to position 2

 

Maybe you're locked out from the steering wheel??? Try turning the steering wheel either direction to unlock. Just a thought.

 

Thats the second stupidest thing I have ever heard. Put the tools down.

 

Why would you disassemble the car. I have done it many times removing nothing but the switch.

 

I did it the old fashioned way.....I figured it out. Its an old American trait.
I do not teach auto repair.

 

Why are you on the forum. Your posts just ridicule others and troll for work at your shop. Offer help or suggestions but check your ego.

 

I have never solicited work and have been critical of those that do. I turn work away. I hardly need more.

I gave him a likely reason for his problem and told him how best to diagnose it. More than anyone else has done, including you.
Should I grab some tools and go over and fix it too?

Go screw yourself. Better yet, stop by. I have a message to deliver in person.

 

Want instructions? Get a short screwdriver and a flashlight, slide under the steering column and look up. Its self explanatory.

And yes, hitting it with a hammer is stupid. I cannot say I am sorry if it offends snowflakes to say what a 3rd party did was stupid.

 

First of all that assembly is no longer available an d VERY expensive in the marketplace.

But as discussed, the key and cylinder simply activate the solid rod to lock the column, and rotate the switch....
You DO have to stand on your head!
One of my favorite memories, of JRV doing it.

But taking the switch off of the lock rod assembly weill let you sort out what is going on.
I would just order a new one and get it on the way.

Old plastic and years of usage have taken the toll, IMO.
Forcing anything on the key cylinder (been there done that, I have had to have it totally rebuilt from Locksmith damage) is a good way to break the key off in the cylinder. That's what Brian is warning you about.

Someone like FerrParts might have the whole key/rod assembly from salvage but it's going to be ...I dunno....$3K USD??
Try someone like Italian Auto Parts on the multi termiinal electrical half of it..

 

A qucik google search shows a complete used asembly in the UK, Inquire of Pricing.

But one of the detail photos clearly shows the rear of it and the two slot head screws that Rifledriver is trying to guide you to.
Good luck with it, just fix it and drive on!

 

Just ignore him. He's a washed-up troll looking to save his failing car repair shop.

 

He's a dear friend of mine but makes his living fixing real Ferraris, not solving internet problems.

Or in any event "puts up withme"...maybe friend is too strong a word!
But he's a solid guy that knows his business.

It's one of the best shops in Texas actually....

 

Stay of the forum if you feel the need to abuse others. He has a long history that anyone can easily check.

 

There will be a time when you will require the expertise of Rifledriver, he doesn't suffer fools (or those of us who won't take the time to research ) or listen to his advice but he can be helpful and you can rely on his answers to be correct.