89 XJS Ignition Question
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89 XJS Ignition Question
about 7 years ago I bought a 50k mile near mint XJS convertible that had an engine fire. I had trouble finding all the parts but have finally tracked them down. The problem is its been covered in a storage garage 20 miles from home all this time. Now Im ready to work on it and the guy at the garage lost my only set of keys. Id like to just order a lock set and ignition tumbler. How do I replace the ignition tumbler with out destroying anything? I am an ex mechanic so dont be afraid to get technical. Unfortunatly Ive never done the XJS Before.
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Welcome to the forum 89xjsrules,
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Graham
I've moved your question from General Tech Help to XJS forum. Members here with the same model will be able to help.
When you get a minute, please follow this link New Member Area - Intro a MUST - Jaguar Forums - Jaguar Enthusiasts Forum to the New Member Area - Intro a MUST forum and post some info about yourself and your vehicle for all members to see.
In return you'll get a proper welcome and some useful advice about posting to the forum.
Graham
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The ignition lock unit is fixed to the column with special security screws. Use a center punch and carefully remove the screws. You will need to replace these screws with new ones, or as I did cut a slot in the head with a Dremel. This will allow you screw the lock unit back into the column with a regular screwdriver. The only problem is the lock can now be removed with a screwdriver. I don't think this is a problem as nobody will steal an XJS (at least here in Aus)
Take a look at the last picture in this link
Jaguar XJS Restoration : XJS Steering Column Repair
Take a look at the last picture in this link
Jaguar XJS Restoration : XJS Steering Column Repair
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