USA 1994 Geo Tracker Ignition switch Removal

[Tracker77]

I have a problem with the ignition Sw sticking, I want to know how to remove the cylinder, so I can repair the tumbler spring or remove the tumbler. I have the column cover off. I read in another post that there is a pin to remove. I do not see a pin. There is a circle on the bottom of the housing, Im not sure if this is the pin or forge inlet. There are several post with people wanting to know how to do this, Has anyone had any success?

I have tried the graphite, I,m sure the tumbler spring is shot.

[jtgh]

there is no pin in front, (may be in back, IIRC but NOT front or there are 2 F/R)
after all , any dumb thief would just smash cover and then pull pin,
they are easy to pull with practice.
i just had my 91 , new cyclinder , installed.

steps:
1: make steering wheel puller ( 3/16 min flat bar stock and 2 holes, ) out it comes.
2: next remove the headless bolts ( yup) use tiny chistle and tap CCW , out they come.
3: loosen bottom 4 bolts in firewall steeing column casing plate (dont take em out)
with all clamps losse, the column drops.
now unplug what needs to be.
now pull switch assembley off collumn.

4: off to lock smith.


i replaced my headless (Suz sells them with heads that snap off)
with allen extra hardened metic screws.


that is my story , hope it helps you.

my lock was dead on one of the key sides.

[Tracker77]

I appreciate The reply, but I need to know how to remove the tumbler cylinder without having to remove the steering column, I think that is way to much work, I am sure a dealer repairman would not go that far. Is there is a secret to removing the tumbler? Any one want to give it up?

Any Dumb Theif? Thats a laugh..He would have to be a rocket scientist to get this tumbler out. If a theif did get it out ,whats he gonna do rekey the cylinder? OK , Maybe there is a screwdriver slot to to turn the ignition sw. I see your point, But pulling the column is overkill....as far as antitheft is concerned.

[jtgh]

you cant
its designed so thieves cant, so it follows......


actually they smash a large screw driver in the slot with a hammer.

i watched a pro lock smith try to get the rear pins out without removing the whole thing. He was good, but not that good. ( and 45min, wasted to no gain.) and $$

here is his steps.
make a dent beside pin.
then with special lock smith needle nose pliers, try to pull pins.

actually pulling the switch is 10 min work once wheel is off.
it is not hard at all.

but you need a wheel puller.
flat bar, 2 holes make, 2 bolts, off.

if you think this is hard, try keyless, entry. OMG !