>Before you go ripping things apart, call a locksmith. Keys broken
>in locks are pretty common, and there are techniques and tools to
>deal with it. That's probably cheaper than replacing the ignition
>switch assembly. Does the lock work with the stub of the key
>inserted?
Doh. Forgot the rest. If the key turns, or you've already got in
the off position -- where you can take the key out, were it not
broken -- you might try a pair of needles. you can sort of slip one
on top, the other underneath and withdraw the key. Comparing the
stump with a intact key may help visualize the manipulations you need
to do. Bending the needles to have a bit of a hook might help,
depending. Another removal trick is to use a piece of fairly stout
wire -- a straight pin works well, flat end first -- grind it to fit
the profile of the keyway if needed, and then practise inserting it
up to and touching the end of the broken off key. Once you have that
down, put a dab of superglue on the end, stick it in the keyway up
to the key, wait a few seconds and withdraw key. Care needs to be
exerted not to get superglue into the lock, clearly.
>
>>Oh, and anybody got a spare remote for said vehicle on the cheap?
>>And any leads on where to get the key made insteel, not brass? Ti?
>>(this shall
>
>You don't want a steel key. Keys are soft, since they're much
>easier to replace when they wear out than locks are!
>
>
>David
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