VW MKV Jetta Ignition Cylinder Steering Lock FIX!

Is your key unable to turn in your MKV Jetta ignition?
Are you a Do-It-Yourselfer?
Yes! You CAN do this yourself!
For MUCH less than the stealership will do it for you.
This video walks you through replacing the steering lock, and re-using your existing ignition cylinder.
Total time in labor: 2 hours
Total money spent (parts/tools): $250 ($160 PARTS + $90 TOOLS)
Part#: 1K0905851B Steering Lock
*Disclaimer:
This video includes removal of the airbag and other electrical components.
Not responsible for any damages or injury while attempting this repair. Always disconnect the battery before doing any vehicle repairs.

[@Gordofromthebx]

I just used an automatic center punch for those 2 security bolts. I had them both out in 10 minutes no bullshit. Lower the steering wheel and slide it foward as far as you can. Instead of going thru the top like everyone else go from behind with the automatic center punch. Your welcome

[@maddybillings7398]

10/10 recommended!!!!! It worked!!! My key would not let me turn AT ALL. And if you watch this video and think you don’t need an oscillating tool….you need an oscillating tool. Only thing a little tricky was the key and paper clip, make sure you put the key in first then push the paper clip down with pliers and comes off easy. I was stuck with it for a bit. All in all fixed my car for about $200, great video.

[@JayChuckOnFire]

Thanks a bunch man! My girlfriend was watching me disassemble this whole thing from the back seat of the car while anxiously smoking cigarettes. She kept telling me that I was destroying her car and that she never should have trusted me in the first place. Blah blah blah… i took the damn train 2 hours north just to help her sort this thing out. I even lugged what tools I could fit in my damn backpack. Anyway.. I was confident the whole time. She’s never fixed a damn thing in her entire life so I guess it’s understandable that she was afraid 😂 I’ve done this repair twice before on a Nissan and a geo metro, but never a European car. It’s all basically the same but this video helped me a lot. It’s good as new and she didn’t have to pay the dealership $1000 to fix it. Now she gets to eat her words and I get the satisfaction. Ps.. A little word of wisdom to all the women out there that don’t know a damn thing about repairing anything. If your man has faith in himself enough to even attempt fixing you’re shit for free. Please be grateful. And at very least have some faith in him, that he can do the job right. even if he struggles. It’s not magic ladies. Taking shit apart and putting it back together the right way takes patience. But most of all focus! And if you sit in the back seat of the car while I’m trying to work telling me how shitty of a job I’m doing. I sure as hell won’t be able to focus. That’s all I have to say Thanks you

[@TonyStark-lp6qf]

Sorry but that's the video I want to see next. Probably would have been hilarious and the satisfaction when she has to stfu!!!

[@Incommensurabilities]

The voiceover is so relaxing, like a chill movie narrator Great idea with the multitool to remove the security bolts!

[@adolfosalomon8040]

Thanks Buddy, you saved me a fortune. 2006 Audi A3. Dealer wanted $800 for parts and $1000 for labor. Part costs me $163. Followed your video step by step. Never would have been able to do it without you. Having a little trouble with my blinkers not working now. I know I didn't leave anything unplugged. Blinkers worked for like 10 seconds and then stopped completely. Still working on it, but thanks for the help on the ignition cylinder.

[@kirkkasten5490]

Great video... could not have completed this task without it. My key was initially stuck in the run position. I managed to finally get it to the off position, and get the key out. I had to drill the ignition housing per other online videos to get the key back the run position to remove lock cylinder. Thank you for taking the time to document and edit video, first class job my friend.

[@ivanrosado1969]

This video is a livesaver! Thanks for taking the time and care. In my case (2007 Jetta) I removed the "sent from hell" bolts with a 1/8 bolt extractor. Had to drill the bolt right in the middle with a 5/64 bit but got it done. Also, my drill didn't fit, so I went to Home Depot, and for less than $25 got myself a drill right angle adapter. Besides that, saved myself another bunch of $$$ by buying a replacement part from Amazon (the $55 one). In all, got the job done for less than $100 (the locksmith quoted me $200 labor, and one specialized european parts store quoted me $175 for the lock itself). All thanks to you!!! God bless!!!

[@MarioRobles93]

Hey I also have a 2007 Jetta, were you able to use the paper clip to get the tumbler out? I'm having trouble with that

[@MrJbird5170]

I feel your sentiments! I feel the same way, lifesaver and pocket book saver! The dealership quoted almost $1200. 4-6 hrs labor plus a whole new ignition switch, key, and lock housing. My girlfriends issue was that the key wouldn’t go forward on her 2010. I took it out, apart, cleaned everything and put it back together and it’s good as new! ✌🏼

[@MrJbird5170]

@@MarioRobles93 I used a paper clip at sort of an angle and when the dots line up on the ignition house with the key rolled all the way forward, it came out fairly easy. I’m sure you fixed it by now but someone may need to see the comments. ✌🏼

[@arrgh19]

Thanks so much for the video, it saved me a ton of time! To anyone else trying this: - When you get to 3:44, there'll be a T8 screw attaching the front control module (he mentions it towards the end of the video but it's not mentioned at this point). I used either a 3/32" or 5/64" drill bit to unclip the module after that. - A short 4" center punch with a hammer will let you turn the annoying security bolts out. This is the best, fastest, and cheapest option. Aim near the edge of the bolt (my bolts had two circular arcs about half-way on the taper, hit just outside of that). Took me all of a minute.

[@srcodling]

Thanks SO much! I fixed this myself in 6 hours today, start to finish, and I have very limited skills in this area (I change the oil in my cars, but that's about it). My mechanic said he couldn't do it, and I hate the VW dealership, so thought I'd try it. Bought the part for $50 on Amazon, and a set of triple squares with it. That's it - under $100! I should note that the scariest part of this video was how I was going to get the security bolts out, but the short video by Alan W worked great - just take a sharp flathead screwdriver and hammer it counterclockwise on the head of the bolt, and they come undone without any extra tools. That part actually only took about 15 minutes! I did get stuck taking the control unit out - thought I was not getting that inside tab pushed to the left properly, but turns out that on my Jetta there was a t7 screw that was holding it in - I felt pretty stupid not seeing that... Anyways, thanks!!!

[@MiPiMeRu]

Glad this worked for you. I'm sure there are less expensive options for the security bolt removal, but it was an excuse for me to get yet another power tool! Good job...few things are as empowering as doing your own mechanical repairs, and saving tons of dough while doing it!

[@Chilangopwn]

kzbin.info/www/bejne/jGitqXibpr2BhZI Had to add the link here since I spent time looking for the video you referenced.

[@rhob2422]

Took me 3 days but got this done, couldn't have done it without this video. Ordered the $50 one from Amazon. Ended up using a hammer/chisel to get one security bolt out. The other bolt I eventually had to use a cutting wheel to remove some plastic and carefully made a flat head groove without damaging the tab, then it came right out with a screw driver. The harness on the control module with the red clip was nearly impossible to remove because of the angle, so I left it attached to the module. The signal and wiper switches never popped off so I left them on, just made the housing a little more difficult to drop. Getting the key barrel out was also a challenge but the paper clip trick eventually worked. And my car didn't seem to have a "black thing" behind the "round thing" or I didn't see it, either way its all back together and working! Thanks for the video and the tips earlier.

[@138bpmTV]

Saved $1000 from what the dealership quoted me to replace the ignition lock cylinder. Thank you for the informative video. Cheers

[@paulmonroy9287]

Hey, big thumbs up for this video. I had this happen to my 2007 VW EOS. The dealer wanted $1100 for the repair. I bought the part on ebay and watched your video and got it done myself. Total cost was probably around $50. So big props to you for making this video. Definitely helps us DIY guys. Thanks a bunch and keep it up!

[@dbanther22]

My dude you are a life saver 3 years later! Just completed this replacement of my own ignition assembly thanks to you! How do I buy you a beer?

[@downanddirty6899]

RIGHT HAND DIVERS - Firstly, thanks for publishing this, terrific effort. Couple of points I'd add. 1. Removing the steering wheel control module for right side drivers is a bugger to get to the rear harness as we can't see it or get a screwdriver to it, I gave up, left it in and just push the rear module clip, then front one and let it hang 2. the two Security bolts, as per @Cody Toppel's comments on the Cameron Lewis video I removed the 4 column bolts to get easier access - I had to remove a bit of plastic underneath to view/access them from below and for the rear left side bolt push my extension between where two of the plastic cowlings meet. I then used a pointed punch and hammer to 'unscrew' them, quite easy really. 3. Removing the key barrel from ignition unit I used a 1.5mm allen key, much easier than paper clip. Cheers guys.

[@gano7297]

6 years later and here I am watching 😂 my 07 TDI just left me stranded at Home Depot

[@tonyb282]

Great video, I recommend you disconnect the battery before you messnwith the air bags

[@rodcollier]

This helped save me a bundle of money and time, dealer couldn’t get to it for 2 weeks. A narrow and sharp cold chisel worked for me and I don’t think my bolts were as tight as others have experienced.

[@bhorat]

Thanks for the time and a great video. I have a MK5 Jetta, similar to this and I did not remove the steering wheel, I just turned the wheel from North to South (180°) and was able to unscrew the T8 or 9 off the control module at the bottom, also no need to remove the wiper and indicator levers, hey! unless you need more room.

[@codytoppel1084]

This video was incredible. A couple of things to note for those attempting it. DO NOT be fooled into believing those two bolts, can only be done by a right angle drill. The column will drop and slide back by 6-8 inches with only 4 bolts. The bolts are easy to see, just shine a flashlight along the column. There are two brackets on the rear bolts. Just remember or photo their orientation. A 13mm socket and 2-3 different size extensions make this removal and install a definite thing to consider as a time and money saver over investing in right angle tools. I was able to drill and tap the bolts using a normal drill and was able to see! making this a no-brainer in my opinion. I used two m8 1.25 x 20 bolts (hardware store) with a washer on top to replace them! You dont have to go to the dealer. Also, two other points. in order to get the key out with the paperclip trick. make sure the paperclip hole lines up with the little divit in the plastic around the key otherwise it will never come out. Also IF YOU HAVE A STANDARD, you will have a two prong plug leftover on the new aluminum ignition. This video and Cameron Lewis video relating to the same. does not address this. DONT PANIC, that extra plug is only used for Automatic transmission vehicles

[@sbarrick1]

Fantastic video with very helpful, thorough and detailed instructions and tips...especially the oscillating tool on the security bolts. I just used the tool to cut a small groove in the plastic to access the bolts. The production work and voiceovers took this video to another level. Well done all the way around. Thank you!

[@bearsi5864]

Just did this fix. Thanks so much. Could not have done this without this tutorial.

[@RonaldMaxseiner]

Thanks for the video. It was the best of the internet. I could not have been able to do this without the video. A few notes from my repair. I didn't find the multi-tool was able make cuts in the security bolts. The blade was dull before any significant cut was made. I ended up using easy outs but they didn't even work properly. In the end, I ground down the heads until they fell off. Not the best solution but it worked. Also I didn't find the butter knife helped at all. Finally the cylinder removal is best with a round implement (paper clip) as the holes inside are round. Took me about 4 hours to complete including lunch break.

[@thecrittergitter7576]

I have not been able to get anything in the area of the module you used a drill bit to depress the tab. I removed the TT8 itty-bitty screw in the slot holding it to the clock spring housing. Then pryed down a bit to see if I could get a small drill bit through. Then I realized there's a small square hole to the right of that slot and that's where I put the drill bit. It then released!! Thanks for the video.

[@Lorthvader6871]

It’s like listening to a young Christian Slater walk you thru this nightmare of job! Great video! Wouldn’t have been able to do this job without the video. Made my ruined day a lot less painful. Thanks again. Those damn bolts. Why Volkswagen….WHY?!!!

[@heshan86]

Thanks for the video mate. I replaced my jammed ignition barrel watching this. Saved me $$$

[@paulgershon6716]

Greatest video ever!! I can't thank you enough for this - and for including all details of parts & tools. It really worked. For me, the Dremel MM422 slot was only 1 mm wide and all flatblade screwdrivers were 2 mm wide at least. So after making one slot, I held a dremel blade on the first slot and used it as a guide to cut a second slot pressed against it. One of my security bolts was too tight for a screwdriver, so I used a drill bit to slightly widen a slot in the front of the plastic cover behind where the turn signal switch was, in front of the security bolt, inserted a small flat-end punch through the hole into the end of the screw slot, tapped it with a hammer and bing! the security bolt loosened effortlessly. Thanks again.

[@Hizenburgerr]

Paul Gershon did he have to get a new key since he got a new ignition ?

[@mariop3519]

Firs off, the moment you said Chingadera , I was IN!, Now mind you most parts on this Audi I worked on are chingaderas but brother, I cannot thank you enough for the video. I had to have my car towed this Sunday because the chingadera would not turn the car on. Ordered a new part , followed your video and removed the broken one and followed it again to install. Now my cylinder lock met the fate of having to get cut in half to get the locking and key out but once that was done I waited for the new one to come in and installed it and like magic it was working again. I do have to tell you that for some reason I get this eerie feeling that bag is just going to deploy on me. Just call me paranoid! Thanks again and keep up the great work.

[@dusterair]

Thanks DUDE!!! I got quoted $880 from a lock smith to fix it!! cost me $135 for the part in Australia! Thanks for the video couldn't have done it without it!

[@odavis1364]

This is a good video. Way more detailed than most. You can do this without taking this most of this stuff off. Steering wheel can stay on, no reason to remove. For the front clip on the steering module I just used a piece of solid copper wire instead of a screw driver so you can get in under the steering wheel. For the bolts on top I just used an impactor with a 5/32 bit and a spiral easy out.

[@simonguitarfunkel]

Why is it unnecessary to remove the steering wheel?

[@mercuriification]

This is within 95% the same for a B7 Passat. Thank you so much for publishing. Saved me a ton.

[@cesarrojo7853]

This barely happened to me this morning, fortunately I could use my wifes car, I guess this video fell from heaven to me!!!

[@Celsian]

Everything you said in this video worked perfectly for me. I already owned milwuakee M12 batteries, so I picked up the side cutting multi tool, I had the bolts out in under 5 minutes. Incredible. Thank you.

[@Celsian]

Oh by the way. For anyone wondering what unit I replaced mine with, I entered the number on the side into Amazon and bought someI Chinese knock off for $30. It's been working fine since. The car has 150k miles on it so I think the replacement will likely outlast the car at this point.

[@slvshy666]

this video and the video by "alan w" that shows how to remove the security bolts helped me solve my issue. I couldn't turn my ignition passed about 50%. It would turn just enough to unlock the steering wheel and to turn the radio on, but not any farther therefore I couldn't start the car. I was able to get the bolts with a flat head screw driver and a hammer without having to cut or damage the surrounding plastic, the bolts came loose with a few taps on the hammer. Thank you for everything including putting in a shot of the bolts and washers you bought, I bought the same ones and they worked perfect.

[@MiPiMeRu]

Awesome! Glad it helped! Think of all the $AMC stock you can buy with the money you saved! 😃

[@slvshy666]

@@MiPiMeRu 🤣 I did this by myself precisely because I DON'T have money for that

[@markrobinson4938]

Man you made life easy and saved me some serious dough. I had to hacksaw the ignition barrel out as the bobby pin process you described did not work....but still easy to follow and learnt a lot. Cheers

[@alainbruiners2445]

Brilliant video that takes you patiently through the steps with clear, and easy instructions, thank you👌🏽👍🏼🙂

[@MrJbird5170]

Hey my guy, I wanted to send you a sincere “Thank You!” for making this vija! I was able to make pretty easy work of this thanks to this video. Yours is possibly the best one for this year model and fix. I appreciate how you explained everything and I even more so appreciated your humor! “Tighten to spec… I’m just kidding, I don’t know what spec is…” 😂 Lol Have a great one. Duces ✌🏼

[@izzysmith5070]

Great video. The details made all the difference especially using the drill bit for the front module clip.

[@レンタク-v4e]

I 've never fixed anything in my life untill I watched your video!I Thank you for the video and keep up good work!!

[@Zeus-vk7fd]

Thanks for posting this. It saved me hours (especially the security bolts). '08 EOS. I wouldn't know where to start without it.

[@DOORBELLBOY11]

Watched every video related to change the lock cylinder housing after being stranded after my lock cylinder jammed and wouldn’t start . Took several hours breaking it down only to get to the security bolts that I could not get off . Hadn’t purchased or ordered the expensive replacement yet so I gladly called a local salvage purchased a column with the key . Called a mobile steering column repair company who wanted $300 to come out and install it and mentioned having to program the new key for the car . I simply swapped the column out , took the key fob apart and put the chipped side of the fob from existing one to the new one and it started right up with no issues . Literally I spent $108 and a few hours vs drilling , waiting on shipping or paying hundreds for a replacement cylinder. Yes I am aware of the possibility of this one failing down the line at which time I will do the same thing again lol .

[@ironcross420]

I use that first extractor set with a SO 3/8 drill. One side is the drill bit left hand once you drill it in reverse, you flip, hit it with a hammer then remove with drill or socket with out taking the bit off the head.

[@ti9832]

Thank you so much for creating this video! Great production value, easy to follow, and gets the job done!

[@fxzzurita4220]

Thanks man, good instructions. I did disassemble mine and removed the broken pieces and put it back in. Works great now.

[@mossberg636]

Hey bud. First off good video. Funny too. Thanks for easy to follow instructions. One question...did you have to remove the transponder chip from your old key fob and put it in the new one. And if so how difficult was that? I've only got one key so if I screw this up I'm....well... I'm screwed.

[@b00m83]

Awesome video! Used it to replace my housing lock very easy. The only thing I will add ,is that on the security bolts use a small chisel at an angle towards the opening of the bolt and that would loosen it and mark it at the same time. A little pain but doable. Thanks though!

[@nickrigel3125]

Great tutorial! I was able to remove the breakoff bolts with a 1/4” chisel. I hammered at a 90 degree angle to the bolt heads. Also, my ignition got stuck even when the whole piece was removed. So I had to break the ignition housing in half. I put a pair of small vice grips on the lock pin and turned it to line the key up to remove the cylinder.

[@AllenEngel]

A very accurate, efficient, and comprehensive DIY tutorial. This tutorial works great for MKV Jettas, including my 2009 TDI. Thank you for this great DIY video. You saved me many hundreds of dollars!

[@JohnSmith-fb2np]

I was fighting with this thing for two days. So much nonsense in the design. Hardest part was getting the under column module off and the break off bolts out. Your video helped a lot. One issue is the release tab for the module connector. You can't see it unless you put the column all the way down and extended out. I used an angle.pick to release the connector lock. Stupid VW design putting the connector lock on top. Morons. Again... Thanks for the vid.

[@rklystron]

Never could have done this without your video! Thanks man! Only thing is I never knew the steering wheel can be moved forward to gain better access to the bolts. Once I moved it forward it was not to bad to remove. Thank you again.

[@MiPiMeRu]

That’s awesome! Glad to hear it helped you out! This comment made my day! LOL

[@sackerasuputa5196]

well I just watched you video. very helpfull .the dealership rand r is 1.7 hrs at 170.00 an hrs. and the new look calender is just under 300.so it's a 500.00 dollar job. thanks to your awesome vid I will go to the auto breaker and take one off tomorrow for 15.00. and do it myself for around forty bucks foŕ the hole job thank you so much.

[@tbraun84]

@@sackerasuputa5196 I got quoted 950 for parts and labor! Definitely will be trying this

[@louis5555gmail]

Hi. How do you manage to turn the steering wheel? Mine is locked.

[@rklystron]

@@louis5555gmail Its been so long. I am not sure to be honest. Perhaps you can contact MiPimeRu and see what he says. Sorry I could not be of any help with your question. Best of luck.

[@Coulkitty52415]

I just adjusted the steering wheel it worked, if your like me just got off work and don’t have any tools

[@YourBuddyKeith]

Thanks for the video man! Definitely put me in the right direction on how to tackle this project. I ended up rebuilding my ignition lock cylinder.

[@marchunt8450]

Thank you sir, found your video the best explained and easy to follow! Saved me a boatload of money. The only thing you could have done better was...came and done it for me🤣. Thanks again!!!

[@unrivled00]

Great video, thanks so much! I used a small cold chisel to hammer a notch near the center of the security bolts like a few others here (the notch helped give my screwdriver something to catch onto). Then I set a screwdriver on the right side of the notch and tapped with. a 16oz hammer until the bolts turned.

[@MikNarsai]

Thank you so much for the video and the tips! I bought an oscillating tool but unfortunately my blade got blunt way too quickly, so I ended up using a dremel to cut the groove for a flat head screwdriver. It did require some landscaping of the plastic, but it's still functional and rigid.

[@johnmcnick411]

Landscaping of the plastic 🤣

[@krisharrop3764]

Ocitating tool is the way to go. Grroved the security bolts perfect. Used to reinstall.

[@RByouthwrestling]

Great video....saw other videos for the same task,,,,,this one saved time and seemed much easier.....job completed! Thanks!

[@dgeberth]

I literally got the ignition lock cylinder bolts out in a few minutes. Center punch the bolts and use a sharp drill bit on a right angle drill. I used a TIN coated stub length drill. Then I simply used a screw extractor on a tap wrench and they came out very easy.

[@thegriffin4525]

Awesome! You are using a military signal mirror to see the release mechanism of the airbag!

[@stevenarthy897]

Great video! I fixed mine recently but managed to remove the 2 security screws with a screw removal bit and a short cordless drill. Only cost about $10 for the removal bits so I was stoked (a few hundred dollars for the replacement parts from VW though..)

[@MiPiMeRu]

Thanks! I guess maybe I should've tried longer with the removal bits....but it was a great excuse for me to go out and buy another power tool I've always wanted! LOL

[@kenstark7335]

ken stark 1 second ago Thanks for the video saved me a lot of headaches plus a butt load of cash. Got the part from VW $165 plus a few tools I did not have all in all about $200. I found a better way to get to the break off bolts. If you have the slide out steering column. Under the steering wheel is the bolt that holds the lock mechanism for the tilt and slide, It is little tough you have to warp the plastic in front of the bolt. Pay attention how the parts come out as they are specific in the way they seat .If you have a drimel (sp) tool you can grind the plastic down about 3/4 in front of the bolt. I did that before reassembly made it a lot easier. I man handled the damn thing out like a dumb ass. After you remove the bolt you can drop the steering wheel down enough to get a real drill in there and use easy outs. I used the square style easy out. The smallest one takes an 1/8th inch bit. Drill about 1/4 to 3/8 into the bolt tap the easy out in turn with crescent wrench and walla easy out. Also Instead of taking the blinker and washer assembly apart you can access the tabs that hold it in place from the holes where the bolts are with a small screw driver and it will drop down. Hope this helps someone.

[@paulsheather7657]

nice, I will be using this video to replace my ignition on my MK5 gti that has just locked up today.

[@thomastweedel6876]

The video was very informative. The round thing is known as the clock spring. As to the security bolts. What a pain. I tried slotting them with a dremmel and bur bit but it just skittered all over the place and made a mess. I ultimately use a damaged screw extractor kit from Lowes $10. At first it wasn't doing squat. Then I broke down and read the directions (I know man-fail). Turns out you have to have your drill set for reverse for them to work. I drilled a small pilot hole with a regular bit first, then with the extractor used properly I was able to extract the bolts without much trouble. After I got them out I slotted them with a dremmel. It wasn't an entirely happy ending. I had to replace the ignition/steering lock cylinder ($55). In my case the key would not turn. After pulling it all apart I found metal chips coming off one of the inner structural collars of the housing. Basically the housing itself was broken, it wasn't some part inside that went bad. After I got it all back together it worked but the Imobilizer feature of the security system kicked in. I tried every hack and workaround I could, no go. Had to have it towed and pay the dealer a $200 ransom to have it reset and the keys reprogrammed. At least I saved around $125 on the part and some labor..

[@CraigSNZ]

You probably turned the switch with the battery connected to trigger the security or you reconnected the battery with the key in the ignition. Either way the fix is 1st check everything is connected and you have not damaged the aerial or anything. Then wait three days without putting the key in the ignition. It will drop out of antitheft mode and let you start it with the existing programmed key.

[@joejordan6511]

Hey..thank you for this vid..did my 2008 rabbit today .had ya with me during the entire process ...thanks again

[@CraigSNZ]

Phew, for a DIY you took on an ignition that professional locksmiths like me find difficult. For the shearbolts,: my trick with these is to drill (with the m12 milwalkee) a 3mm hole in the top of each of them then hammer in a t15 torx bit ( a 2 inch long one so you can grip it). The shearbolts are crack tight. I do the job without removing the airbag and steering wheel to save time. I also repair the lock rather than replace it as the replacement genuine locks have let me down and I hate call backs. Vw don't deserve any reward for building something that fails so regularly and then making the replacement with the same weakness! The car I did today had only done 60000km!

[@altitudeasset-recovery1700]

Nice clear video. Question about the screw extractor, when you were using the smaller (wife's) drill was the drill in reverse. It is kinda hard to tell but it looks like the drill was in forward/tighten gear. Screw extractors have reverse treads and a lot of people forget that when using them. Congrats on your success and thanks again for taking time to make the video.

[@MiPiMeRu]

Haha! Dude! You made rewatch this video a few times to check the forward/reverse action on the mini drill! It looks like the reverse switch next to the trigger is engaged......at least I hope it is! Lol. I’m the type that would have tried it in both directions if one way wasn’t successful. All I know is my weak ass didn’t make a dent on the factory bolts! Thanks for watching man.

[@woody95124]

VERY DETAILED...LOVE IT...GOOD JOB

[@DOUBLEDEFENSE]

Good video definitely helped. I say just plunge right into the plastic. Also my key wouldn’t turn to the on position so I banged it on the table problem solved I say grease that new part of you got the Amazon $30 special ;)

[@garyaversano4269]

Thank you! I could not do this without your help!

[@josuar1969]

Actually I did use the Irwin sockets and works fine…but I use a m12 impact drill…came out easily…but you are right…they are a pain in the rear bumper to access

[@PavLockLocksmith]

How to proceed this job if I can't move my wheel at all?

[@stevedeviller9549]

Thanks for the video. My key will not turn enough to line up the release hole. Any suggestions on how else to release the key cylinder front the housing?

[@esling77]

Ty for this vid. It helped me a ton. May I add that to get my sheer head bolts out I used Irwin EZ Outs. They look like a spiral but are left hand. They come with bits too and I was lucky to own a Tap handle. To be true without it I guess I would have used vise grips. Not ideal but that would be my only option. If that dont work then I thi k I would price out the plastic part. Might be able to cut it off and epoxy after and reuse. Having a Tap handle is nice though. 2nd thing my car is a stick so I disnt have a chingoblingo to unhook but I had a spare connector on the side of the ignition we are replacing. If you are not sure about how things come apart take a pic before you undo it. Can save a ton of hassle the next day and make the lights come on. Anyway TYVM for this vid it helped me tons.

[@juangomez6656]

Thank you for making this video. I was able to fix my vw Jetta 2008.

[@richardc7516]

THANKS!!! This is youtube at its best! Thanks to you

[@zeusss6222]

Excellent video! Thanks for all the great information and tricks!!

[@pyt22fr11]

Thank you so much for the detailed explanations, great video !

[@synthiaacuna6686]

Hey great video, waiting for my part to come in the mail but I'm having a hard time removing the airbag, it's not budging on wanting to come out of the steering wheel

[@jsgdundee]

Cool dude! Very friendly voice! 🤙🏻 Great video!!!

[@josephrowan6997]

Awesome video. Only thing I would add is that I found it unnecessary to go through the hassle you did to remove the shear bolts attached to the ignition lock housing. I simply slid a 1/8" punch through holes exposed from removing the blinker/wiper handles and tapped the punch with a hammer, which loosened the bolts quite easily.

[@jonny99999]

Having a hard time with those bolts, any chance you could go into greater detail? I'm assuming you went through the hole in the front.. did you just get under the edge of the bolt head? I've tried the oscillating tool and extractor bits and still struggling

[@davoich]

Crap!..... Men, looks very hard :( Thanks for your video

[@jamiewiltshire2199]

Thanks dude! Your video was awesome! I did all myself! Love the mustache!

[@MiPiMeRu]

Jamie Wiltshire thanks! Glad this worked for you!

[@osvasan11]

I used a mini hacksaw to slit them bolts. Also slit the plastic housing a little to get the blade in there. After I applied epoxie to seal the slit and bought new bolts. Took three hours to remove and 20 minutes to put back together. Lol

[@Perokoulos]

Thank you man I made the job in less than 2 hours thanks to you!and saved some money 😎 10:44 had to look on urban dictionary what a ''chingadera'' is! 😅🤣 Btw I don't have one of these on mine, what is that for?

[@krisk.3375]

Just got those 2 pesky bolts loose!! Follow these instructions! Followed by some backbone! You'll win 😆... many thanks! $700+ saved!! So.... many more thanks for that too!!!

[@influxvision]

Awesome tutorial, save me some headache for sure 👍🏽

[@Malxela]

Hey Awesome video man, the oscillating tool worked like a charm. I just got my replacement part ..is it an issue if the steering lock doesn't engage when I remove the key? I can turn the key fine and take it out of the ignition but when I remove the key the steering lock does not engage unless I fiddle around with it...will tht be a problem?

[@MiPiMeRu]

Thanks Alex! Are you talking about the OLD lock not engaging? The replacement steering lock should engage as soon as you remove the key. If it doesn’t, then something’s not right. In terms of being able to start and drive the car tho, it shouldn’t be a show stopper, it just makes your car more vulnerable for a car thief or parking on a hill.

[@CatonsvilleCentralRwy]

Fantastic video! And great editing, too. Just happened to me on my GTI. One note though, the plastic piece surrounding the security bolts is only about $30 to replace, so definitely cheaper than buying a dremmel tool and special attachment if you don't already have one. But good tool to have for the future. Also, in the meantime until you can get the parts to do the fix, if your steering wheel is unlocked as mine was, you can actually remove the lower steering column cover, pop out the ignition switch, and manually turn the switch with a screwdriver to start/stop the car. Just make sure the key is stuck in the ignition so the immobilizer is happy.

[@MiPiMeRu]

Thank you! That's a great tip about the screwdriver hack! Unfortunately, mine was stuck in the locked position. So on yours, did you just break off the plastic piece then use some channel locks or vise grip pliers to remove the security bolts?

[@CatonsvilleCentralRwy]

MiPiMeRu I trimmed back enough of the plastic piece so I could get in with a regular circular dremmel attachment on a regular drill to cut the notches for a screwdriver. The plastic piece could have been reused but it would have been a bit ghetto lol.

[@IanBroon1]

Thanks for the excellent video, Going to attempt this job on my Skoda. Would it be possible to loosen security bolts from under dashboard using grips?

[@markrobinson4938]

Ian Brown not really on the RH one but the left possibly but dont damage the thread!i looked at that for the LH but it was easier to get a 4mm cobalt drill bit, cut it shorter with an angle grinder, and a small cordless drill got under the dash dome. I then used a bust screw extractor to get the screws out. Some effort but worked well

[@AceZWiLD10]

Probably the best vid out there on the repair, can I link a vid that shows the paperclip trick?

[@MiPiMeRu]

a y thanks for the kind words! Link away.

[@AceZWiLD10]

@@MiPiMeRu had a typo in my comment, I actually wanted to ask if you could link a video

[@johnh9243]

best video on this, helped me with my seat 👍👍👍

[@transam8607]

The round piece you removed the clock spring in other words not sure how it works on this car but if you lose the position upon removal and reinstall it. It has wires inside and if you turn it and install it on the first turn of the steering wheel the wires will get ripped apart wish I can explain it better but the rest of the video is great I'm going to attempt to do this job tomorrow thanks.

[@mpdsal]

Excellent tutorial. I followed it note for note. In fact I've watched several videos on this topic and I thought your decision to use an oscillating tool to saw a ridge in the retaining bolts was genius. I did the same thing on my son's 2006 Jetta and it worked like a charm. Everything else involved went smoothly. A bit intimidating but I've had to replace my signal stalk on my Passat so I had some experience with taking the steering wheel off. With that said I was able to get the lock assembly out. My key was not stuck in position like yours however my key inserts and turns partially but not enough to line up the dots, which it appears you have to do to get the black ignition part off. Any suggestions? Is there another way to get this thing to turn enough to take it off? Taking the lock cylinder apart somehow? I have a new one so I don't care what happens to the old part. Thanks for posting this video. Appreciate any suggestions. This is the last step for me to complete this project. Thanks

[@MiPiMeRu]

mpdsal thanks for all the kind words, I’m really glad this helped you out! As far as removing your old key cylinder...I really had to sweet talk the key into turning enough to align those holes, insert the paperclip, and remove it. On the old cylinder lock, theres a piece that sucks in or pops out depending on the key position. I was able to get the holes aligned by pressing on that piece while wiggling the key. Kinda hard to explain, but being able to get the old key cylinder out will save you a lot of money. Otherwise you’ll be buying a new key, cylinder and key fob that needs dealer programming. Good luck man!

[@mpdsal]

Update. Shortly after leaving this message I was able to wrangle the thing free. What I did was with the key inserted I gently dropped the lock housing on my garage floor to hopefully loosen whatever was obstructing the key from turning and after a couple of times I was able to turn the key enough to line up the holes. I got it out just fine after that. Now I have another problem. Apparently the new lock cylinder I bought from VW comes with the steering wheel lock button depressed which makes it easy to line up the notches on the key fob with the cylinder but like an idiot I was playing around with the new part and wind up releasing the steering lock and now the notches are not lined up. Any suggestions on how to correct this? There has to be a way or a tool to depress that steering lock button back in place so the holes are aligned again. I'm at a loss. Thanks

[@SCAMPL6]

Excelente video! Bro thabks for sharing

[@youngkim6740]

That's awesome video dude! Can I apply the normal m8-1.25 x 20mm volts instead of security bolts? Is there any issues if I use normal size like unfit or broken??

[@alecs93]

Thanks man, got everything right thanks to your guide but I still can't get rid of those bolts.. I don't have an oscilating tool

[@GoodScottyy]

I am doing the same repair right now. If you have a harbor freight near you, go there. The chicago electric oscillating tool is only $25. Two blades is another $15 or so.

[@alecs93]

Scott Campbell thank you for your reply, I tried to take out those screws by any means so I damaged them a bit. Hope I can still use the oscillating tool. Do you know if I have to reprogram the car if I replace the whole ignition system, or will it work with the new one ?

[@GoodScottyy]

@@alecs93 if you end up taking out the lock cylinder like he does at 8:40 you shouldnt have to reprogram anything. I have it apart sitting on my end table. It was a huge pain in the ass to get apart but its worth not having to reprogram keys.

[@alecs93]

@@GoodScottyy I have already taken out both of the cylinders so at least I got that going for me. Also I just ordered the oscillation tool on amazon because I needed one with a battery (~40$) and it will be shipped tomorrow, so I hope i'll be done with this thing by tomorrow evening. Thanks again for your help, means a lot ! :)

[@GoodScottyy]

@@alecs93 be prepared to spend about half an hour messing with the ignition/immobilizer assembly with either a safety pin or a bobby pin. Be sure to note the orientation when you eventually get the immobilizer/pin assebly out of the ignition.

[@Dillmiester]

Guys I used Permatex Multi Metal Steel Epoxy and it took my snap bolts out my 2006 Jetta TDI put a dollop on the back of a flange nut and set it on the head with a pair of needle nose pliers.

[@MiPiMeRu]

Dillmiester that is genius! I love it...I never would have thought the bond would be strong enough to break those bolts free.

[@nazeero1]

Hi. I Love your video and its really informative. I have a 2007 mk5 Gti. I have the exact issue. However, mine gets a little complicated. My ignition is completely locked and the steering is locked straight. It cannot turn. So how do i remove the airbag???? Please help me.... If you can. Kindest Regards. Nazir

[@aguirreoscar04]

Your red and yellow flat head screw driver with a little hammer besides the tools to remove the hardware that holds the plastic cover around the steering column is all i need to remove the ignition switch and about 10min of time tops 15min ignition cylinder removed.. my first time removing one. Not necessary to remove anything you did on this video brother. Just to help you out good video and don't forget the chingadera💪

[@sasabadnjevic3197]

Hi, I wonder if I need to reprogramming the key after installing the part.

[@paulk6993]

Hi, Thank you for this walkthrough, I was able to perform this install/transplant. The toughest part in my garage was to remove the security bolts (because I was overthinking the approach instead of just executing the task by hammering the bolt with a small flathead watch screwdriver counter clockwise) and also, re-insert the key cylinder into the new housing(almost panicked a couple times when I thought that I lost the tiny spring, since I was having a terrible time to lock the cylinder and it would undo). Now I mustache you a question, do you think the engineers add different types of chingaderas to all major component systems as a prank? Last week I had to remove the headliner due to 4 leaking chingaderas by the sunroof drain rig.

[@thezeek2745]

Yep. Very simple. Dude had terrible ideas.