How to replace ignition cylinder / barrel FAQ

[Eriksson]

i thought i share some info and pictures.
Might be using some strange words so just ask if thers anythingm you dont understand.

First of all remove the following things.
plastic cover underneth the steeringwheel.
ignition connection.
Instrument cluster (Speedo)
Steeringwheel
Steeringwheel plastic covers, both top and bottom.
Light switches, turnsignal etc.
And a black plastic cover see picture below, i had to use som force to remove it.

Black plastic thingie


Some parts removed


Loosen the steering rack bolts to make room for wiggeling the whole cylinder out.


Remove bolt to loosen cylinder (including steering lock)



all out all parts loosened.



Drill a hole for cylinder removal make sure to hit the locking notch, approx 3 mm


Tap out locking pins.

[Eriksson]

i had to replace this part because i missed the locking screws and broke the plastic.


Part no for the cylinder, i only use the part thats broaken on my original.


And the connection plastic part.



Hope someone have can use the information.

Cheers Per Eriksson

[Andreas]

You will probably have to give 1 irl lesson as well >: !¤%!¤#%%¤&

[newsh]

Brilliant guide! Thanks for that!

[MachineWolf]

Thanks!

Very useful info, really helped!
Thanks!

[UrS4boy]

Brilliant guide! Thanks for that!

Similar to this one:

http://12v.org/urs/audi_80_lock_cylinder_replacement.pdf

[newsh]

Similar to this one:


http://12v.org/urs/audi_80_lock_cyli...eplacement.pdf

Awesome Google translate!

[LHD_Kid]

How do you remove the steering lock housing once everything is undone?
its all loose, but no amount of wiggling and tugging gets it to come out...