Ignition Key Lock: Replacement

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2004 Subaru Forester. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Remove the ground cable from battery.
Remove the steering column. Refer to TILT STEERING COLUMN , Tilt Steering Column .
Secure the steering column in a vise. Remove the bolt with a drill.

Fig 1: Identifying Bolt
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Remove the ignition key lock.
Use a new fixer bolt. Tighten the fixer bolt until the bolt head breaks off.

Fig 2: Tightening Fixer Bolt Until Bolt Head Breaks Off
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