wont start...lock broke

SmokeGrinder · 07-04-2004, 01:53 PM

Ok.
So today I was just about to go to an auto parts store to pick something up. I got in the x and attempted to start her. There was a cracking sound from the lock in the steering wheel. Now the ignition is permanently on and the car wonâ€™t start.
The key turns in the lock free and will not start the motor.

On further investigation after removing some covers around the lock, the plastic arm that looks like it pushes some sort of button further down in the shaft has snapped!
From what I can tell I am going to have to replace the whole steering wheel and the lock.
I do not have a chip in my key so I donâ€™t need to worry about getting a new set of keys.

I have managed to start the truck buy holding a screwdriver on the terminals on the starter solenoid. And i stop the truck by removing the Ignition fuse under the hood.

Has anyone had this problem before? What would I need to replace here?

Crankcase · 07-04-2004, 07:50 PM

I dont know how to help about your lock...especially since its on a RHD vehicle Tom....But:

I would not suggest doing the ignition fuse trick too much...I think you can fry your alternator by cutting off the igniton while it is still running normally...

*unclemeat* · 07-05-2004, 06:12 AM

Mine has aparently had the same problem last night. It is not quite as bad as your. I am hoping I can just replace the ignition switch. I'll have to look at it today.

SmokeGrinder · 07-05-2004, 07:49 AM

I am looking to purchase a steering wheel from a 1997 ford explorer. I need the steering wheel complete with the ignition switch and a set of keys.

If anyone can help me please let me know
i will pay P&P and the price asked for the goods.

*unclemeat* · 07-05-2004, 01:16 PM

Shouldn't you just need an ignition switch? This is my second time on a Gen. I. You will get a new set of keys with the switch. I looked up the repair and on my X you half to pull the steering wheel off to access the ignition switch.

07-04-2004, 01:53 PM	#1
SmokeGrinder Wannabe Elite Explorer Uber Of All Possible Doom 97 explorer 4X4 Join Date: Dec 2002 Posts: 1,112 Vehicle Specs (Original Poster)	wont start...lock broke Ok. So today I was just about to go to an auto parts store to pick something up. I got in the x and attempted to start her. There was a cracking sound from the lock in the steering wheel. Now the ignition is permanently on and the car wonâ€™t start. The key turns in the lock free and will not start the motor. On further investigation after removing some covers around the lock, the plastic arm that looks like it pushes some sort of button further down in the shaft has snapped! From what I can tell I am going to have to replace the whole steering wheel and the lock. I do not have a chip in my key so I donâ€™t need to worry about getting a new set of keys. I have managed to start the truck buy holding a screwdriver on the terminals on the starter solenoid. And i stop the truck by removing the Ignition fuse under the hood. Has anyone had this problem before? What would I need to replace here?

07-04-2004, 07:50 PM	#2
Crankcase Moderator Emeritus Vancouver B.C, Canada 1992 XL Ex-Police Join Date: Sep 2001 Posts: 9,543 Vehicle Specs	I dont know how to help about your lock...especially since its on a RHD vehicle Tom....But: I would not suggest doing the ignition fuse trick too much...I think you can fry your alternator by cutting off the igniton while it is still running normally... __________________ Explorer Family 1992 XL Mine 1992 XL Sisters 1992 XL Dads 1994 XL Moms Ex-Moderator: Modified Explorations Drivelines New Member Forum ***Guest star poster....

07-05-2004, 06:12 AM	#3
unclemeat Elite Explorer Richmond, VA 91 sport Join Date: Oct 2002 Posts: 3,384 Vehicle Specs	Mine has aparently had the same problem last night. It is not quite as bad as your. I am hoping I can just replace the ignition switch. I'll have to look at it today.

07-05-2004, 07:49 AM	#4
SmokeGrinder Wannabe Elite Explorer Uber Of All Possible Doom 97 explorer 4X4 Join Date: Dec 2002 Posts: 1,112 Vehicle Specs (Original Poster)	I am looking to purchase a steering wheel from a 1997 ford explorer. I need the steering wheel complete with the ignition switch and a set of keys. If anyone can help me please let me know i will pay P&P and the price asked for the goods.

07-05-2004, 01:16 PM	#5
unclemeat Elite Explorer Richmond, VA 91 sport Join Date: Oct 2002 Posts: 3,384 Vehicle Specs	Shouldn't you just need an ignition switch? This is my second time on a Gen. I. You will get a new set of keys with the switch. I looked up the repair and on my X you half to pull the steering wheel off to access the ignition switch.