Ignition Switch | Lock Cylinder

Thousands of hard to find car and truck ignition locks. If the parts store doesn't have your ignition cylinder then we probably do! We stock coded and uncoded cylinders for all makes and models.

The ignition lock assembly contains two components: a lock cylinder to deter theft and an electrical portion that supplies power to electrical components such as the lights, electric windows, and windshield wipers. The electrical portion of the ignition switch also provides power to the starter motor to start the engine.

The ignition lock is an anti-theft device that prevents a vehicle from being driven unless the correct ignition key is in the ignition cylinder. If the correctly matching ignition key is not in the ignition cylinder, it 's impossible to turn the steering wheel.

To replace the ignition switch cylinder lock, the trim panels around the steering wheel are removed. Then the tamper-proof hardware that attaches the ignition lock assembly to the steering column is removed. The ignition lock assembly is removed from the steering column, and the lock cylinder is replaced. The new ignition lock is reattached to the steering column, and the trim panels are replaced.

The Ignition Key Lock Cylinder starts it all! The ignition lock cylinder can malfunction for any number of reasons. Attempted theft can leave it inoperable or missing. Age and wear can lead to the car starting without the key. It can become jammed. You may accidentally snap a key off or lose your Keys. Whatever your reason for replacing your lock cylinder, replace it with a quality Strattec or ASP part from Lock Bargains. These products are OEM quality and come with a Manufacturer Warranty.