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Ignition Lock Cylinder/Assembly

Critical For Operation

Ignition System

Provides the mechanical interface for the vehicle’s key to start the engine.

The ignition lock cylinder allows the driver to insert and turn the key to start the vehicle, engaging the ignition system and enabling the engine to start and run.

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Typical part cost
$50–$150🔒
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Typical labor cost
$100–$300🔒
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Typically lasts
100,000–200,000 mi
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Or about
7.0–10.0 years
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DIY difficulty
5/10

⚠️ Owners Often Notice

If the Ignition Lock Cylinder/Assembly is starting to fail, these are the signs owners most commonly report before it gets worse:

Key won’t turn
Engine won’t start
Ignition stuck
Difficulty starting

Related Services

Services commonly performed on or around this part.

Replace Ignition Lock Cylinder/Assembly

No standard interval on file

Adjust Ignition Lock Cylinder/Assembly

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Inspect Ignition Lock Cylinder/Assembly

No standard interval on file

Repair Ignition Lock Cylinder/Assembly

No standard interval on file