How to replace an ignition lock switch 2005 Dodge Dakota

This video demonstrates replacing the Ignition Lock Cylinder for a 2005 Dodge Dakota. Here is a quick video guide on how to remove and replace an ignition lock cylinder on a 2005 Dodge Dakota. The lock cylinder is the mechanical part of your ignition lock and switch assembly, if you are having problems with the ignition switch which is the electrical components of the assembly, this video show how to replace the ignition lock cylinder.

[@gregoryjewell5875]

Good video. Thank you. You can also just use your t20 driver to release the button to remove the cylinder. Thanks again.

[@gpcbr1000]

Great video, very clear and easy to do

[@KWayneWord]

Thanks for the information, I'm gonna have to do this soon!! Have a great day!!

[@royjacobs6680]

What if you cant turn the key

[@LSUjunkie09]

Shoot some WD-40 in the key slot and work the key around. Twist the key and steering wheel. Even beat the key with a rubber hammer when it’s in the ignition. Worked for me when my key was totally stuck and wouldn’t switch to accessory

[@RipperYouTubeOfficial]

What if your key won't turn at all? How do you turn the key?

[@achap3604]

If my key is word can I cut a new key will it work or do I need to program new key 2003 Dodge Durango

[@stevelongbrake1594]

Thank you for the vid .It helped me out .Great info

[@PeaceIIFingers]

No Prob friend

[@jamessheppard103]

This was excellent!!!

[@PeaceIIFingers]

Hope it helps...

[@bk_nuggy9179]

Great video man, finessed for a more detailed and better camera angles

[@evanwalker8924]

Before installing this , were you able to start your vehicle at all ? I believe I'm having the same issue have replaced battery and starter and there still appears to be a soild red dot on dashboard it only goes away when you step on brake pedal but even then truck will not start . Nothing comes on ... Locks don't work light's nothing not even hazard lights . any feedback would be great thanks !

[@kwhberg]

Evan walker I too am having your problems Even. I replaced alternator and battery. But, every morning when I attempt to start truck, nothing. Not even dome light. So the last two nights I unhooked battery cables and truck fires up just fine. Juice is obviously going somewhere while in off position. Key will indeed easily pull out from cylinder while truck is running. Hopefully this will fix problem. Peace

[@DanTheMan-jh3vy]

@@kwhberg I’m having the same exact problem currently, did changing the cylinder work?

[@kwhberg]

@@DanTheMan-jh3vy Sorry to say it didn't.

[@PeaceIIFingers]

@@DanTheMan-jh3vy Sorry about the late reply...Yes... Fine ever since

[@nofreeloading7333]

This seems to easy. The dealership wants over 200 dollars for labor and over 200 for part. If I just take the cylinder out, hand it to the locksmith with the new one and my keys, I just slip it back in and drive away. Does the locksmith even need the old cylinder? Seems like they just need the housing, the new cylinder and tumblers and keys. Thnaks

[@nofreeloading7333]

Ok, I'm done. Pretty straight forward, keep in mind the lock cylinder may not pull out of the ignition as easy has shown, put some graphite into the ignition column and then push in the hole to release the switch. takes dome finagling but slide out

[@MiguelTorres-sr6el]

I'm trying to replace my ignition because it won't turn so what do I do now

[@3rdtimothy176]

How you get the bottom plastic cover off with your tilt lever in the way

[@gregoryjewell5875]

One t20 screw in the know and it comes off.

[@endlessvice988]

If it's an older model there is no screw. You grab the lever and pull it off (pull towards you while sitting normally facing the windshield)

[@maygofirstimpression]

hopefully this works for me i have a 05 ram and when i turn my truck off the key is not going all the way off and when i get back to my truck my battery is dead so im looking to try this this week end great tips thanks

[@Stoviecakes]

F$$king KZbin good lord. I’ve spent more time listening and relistening to commercials than the quick solution being presented. I’m seriously done with this platform.

[@johnb.1439]

Might be a helpful video but I cant tell because the music playing. Music not necessary, definitely not helpful. On to the next video!