TaffyTim 6 Posted April 30, 2006 Hi Ive just replaced the locks on my new little beast and now i need to replace the ignition barrel. This looks a little more complex due to the wires coming off it. How long does this job take and how easy is it? Ive also got an imobiliser on the car, will this be affected by the job?? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Rob Turbo 3 Posted April 30, 2006 Its not too hard to do any you can keep the old wires Theres 2 screws hold it in, put the key in and turn (1st click i think) then press the little pin in (you'll see what i mean) then pull the key and it will take the barrel out Then undo two screws on the back and the wires will come off, then slap it all back together with your new barrel in! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Kitsune 0 Posted April 30, 2006 I wish I knew this yesterday! Noticed the little pins but didnt try the 1 click method. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
steve@cornwall 100 Posted April 30, 2006 Its not too hard to do any you can keep the old wires Theres 2 screws hold it in, put the key in and turn (1st click i think) then press the little pin in (you'll see what i mean) then pull the key and it will take the barrel out Then undo two screws on the back and the wires will come off, then slap it all back together with your new barrel in! should be a little retaining screw on top of the barrel as well Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
TaffyTim 6 Posted April 30, 2006 Thanks Rob I will have a bash tomorrow, what bits of plastic need to come off from inside the car?? Ive had a lookin the H manuel but cant find the right section so im going at it blind. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Rob Turbo 3 Posted April 30, 2006 Just the bottom half of the steering cowling IIRC, maybe the bottom part of the dash on the drivers side as well to feed the wires through Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
TaffyTim 6 Posted May 1, 2006 ta Ok I do need to take the dash apart as I cant access the nut that is holding the barrel in. I have turned hte key and pressed the pins in but the nut 180 degrees from it is small and hard to get too. I have the bottom half of the steering cowling off, how do i get the top half off?? Please dont tell me i have to dismantle the whole dashboard Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
steve@cornwall 100 Posted May 2, 2006 Ok I do need to take the dash apart as I cant access the nut that is holding the barrel in. I have turned hte key and pressed the pins in but the nut 180 degrees from it is small and hard to get too. I have the bottom half of the steering cowling off, how do i get the top half off?? Please dont tell me i have to dismantle the whole dashboard easier to undo the four nuts that hold the steering column up and lower the column enough to get a spanner in. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
TaffyTim 6 Posted May 2, 2006 easier to undo the four nuts that hold the steering column up and lower the column enough to get a spanner in. Where are these bolts located? I take it you dont mean the lower cowling of the steering column. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
steve@cornwall 100 Posted May 2, 2006 Where are these bolts located? I take it you dont mean the lower cowling of the steering column. The top (black) section of the column, that the barrel assembly fits into is secured to the under dash bodywork with these four nuts (sorry) remove the lower dash panel , with the tray under the ecu , and all will be revealed! The whole assembly, including steering wheel can be lowered enough to undo the nut on the barrell. Not half as complicated as i may have made it sound and certainly easier than removal of the dash assy. Can anybody post a picture as I don't know how to!!! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
TaffyTim 6 Posted May 3, 2006 Can anybody post a picture as I don't know how to!!! Pic would be handy if anybody has this. Ta Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
jonD6B 0 Posted May 3, 2006 Can't you just use a punch to tap the retaining screw round? Once the tension is off it it should only be finger tight. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
TaffyTim 6 Posted May 4, 2006 nice idea, im having a go tonight so will try that method Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
steve@cornwall 100 Posted May 7, 2006 Pic would be handy if anybody has this. Ta any luck yet? just thought I could email a pic from my phone if it helps? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
TaffyTim 6 Posted May 7, 2006 (edited) Thanks for the concern steve. Ive managed to get it sorted now, had to track down a 7m spanner and the little nut came out easily. All door locks, boot lock glove box lock and ignition now work off one key now Edited May 7, 2006 by TaffyTim Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
