Replacing ignition lock cylinder in '80 928

PorscheFanatic · 06-28-2008, 12:41 AM

Hi Everybody.

I am going to attempt to replace my lock and tumbler in my ignition ( where ignition key goes in ) in my 1980 928S Euro. Does anyone have any ideas what is needed to do this? I took my car to a locksmith today and he thought one might have to take part of the dash above the gages out.

Any help is appreciated. Thanks.

john

Danglerb · 06-28-2008, 11:04 AM

Couple tips on nichols site.

http://www.nichols.nu/tip041.htm
http://www.nichols.nu/cat17.htm

pretty sure there is also a nice guide with pictures, but I didn't find it in a quick search.

PorscheFanatic · 06-28-2008, 11:57 AM

Thanks Danglerb!

TkerJker · 04-01-2010, 08:51 AM

Deadly link worked perfect amazing it's not in the service manual..................

MPDano · MPDano's Garage

Remove the Pod and it will all be there in front of you. There are a couple Plates under the Steering wheel that need to be removed (3 or 4 screws), remove the Steering Wheel/Signal Stalk, then 2 (10mm) bolts holding the Pod down. Should be enough slack in the wiring to let the Pod hang.

Landseer · 04-01-2010, 10:20 AM

In this picture I've drilled-out the pin that retains the lock cylinder and am threading the hole to accept a threaded allen screw instead.

Here's the igntion lock and key:

Here's the innards of the lock:

JhwShark · JhwShark's Garage

On my '79 to the left (towards the center of the column) of the lock cylinder on the underside of the aluminum bar is a plug with two wires that plug into a contact. I think I see the wires in this picture.
What is this contact for?

MPDano · MPDano's Garage

I did exactly what Lanseer is doing. I threaded it and put a small allen screw in mine.

AirtekHVAC · AirtekHVAC's Garage

Resurrection Thursday......I have to remove this to repair/replace the rod and pieces that the key turns, to turn the electric switch....anyone else had to change the rod and associated parts? 928I has the kit.

stepson · 11-13-2014, 09:34 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by JhwShark

On my '79 to the left (towards the center of the column) of the lock cylinder on the underside of the aluminum bar is a plug with two wires that plug into a contact. I think I see the wires in this picture.
What is this contact for?

IIRC, that is the sensor that detect a key in the ignition. On the Stepson, I have the wires from the factory, but no sensor. I thought that was strange.