Not unless you forget and walk away from a running car. Could also cause engine problems. Might want to get the ignition checked or the key. Happened to me a few times with an older car. We did have a problem with the engine. Cracked block from the car over-heating. That basically killed the car... I'm not really sure if its a bad thing, but my friend had this really old car and he would the the key out while we were driving. far i know nothing bad every happen good luck
on an older car you put the key on accessery, push a needle in the little hole in the cylinder then turn the key to the left and pull on the key
The lock is accessible by removing the steering wheel and the signal switch underneath. You have to depress the spring loaded catch that is visible from above with the tip of a flat blade screwdriver and it will pop out.
Place your key in the ignition, and with the back of a screwdriver( Handle end) lightly tap the key and try to turn at the same time in the ignition, .The tumblers or wafers often get stuck and may help them slide into their proper location. The Focus is notorious for this problem. I have used ths method several times and was able to pull my ignition assembly for replacement. Hopes it works for you, did for me.
I have this same problem. Presently I pull fuse 13 to shut off the motor and then disconnect the negative battery cable. If I am going to be using the car within 2 or 3 hours I leave the cable connected and just pull the fuse. I am told that I need to have a new tumbler lock put in. The steering wheel needs to be pulled and the air bag disassembled. Sounds expensive to me! I am trying to get someone to bypass the lock and put in a pushbutton starter.
first you pull the plastic rod then turn on the ignition
Remove the ignition retaining ring. Pull the ignition barrel out. Remove the wiring harness from the back of the ignition barrel. Reverse the process to install the new ignition key tumbler.
Remove the screws on the side of the steering column. Remove the screws underneath the steering column and pull the bottom half of the column down. Slide a pin punch into the hole at the ignition tumbler assembly's bottom. Force the tumbler upwards and pull it out of the steering column.
To replace the ignition tumbler on a 1985 Oldsmobile 98, first disconnect the battery to ensure safety. Remove the steering column cover by unscrewing the screws securing it. Insert the key into the ignition and turn it to the "Run" position, then locate and press the release pin on the tumbler; you can then pull out the old tumbler. Finally, insert the new tumbler into the ignition switch, ensuring it clicks into place, and reassemble the steering column cover.
To replace the tumbler ignition in a 2002 Pontiac Aztek, start by disconnecting the negative battery cable to ensure safety. Remove the steering column cover by unscrewing the screws, then locate the ignition lock cylinder. Insert the key and turn it to the "Run" position while pressing the release tab to pull out the tumbler. Finally, install the new ignition tumbler by reversing the steps, ensuring everything is securely reassembled.
To remove the ignition tumbler from a 1989 Mercedes 560 SEL without a key, first, disconnect the car battery to prevent any electrical issues. Then, locate the small access hole on the ignition switch housing; use a thin tool to push in the release pin while turning the ignition switch to the "Run" position. If the tumbler is stuck, you may need to drill out the tumbler or use a lock-picking technique. Finally, once it's released, you can pull the tumbler out.
To remove the tumbler and ignition switch from a 2002 Pontiac Sunfire, first, disconnect the negative battery cable to prevent electrical issues. Next, insert the key into the ignition and turn it to the "Run" position. Use a small screwdriver to press the release pin located on the ignition switch assembly and then pull out the tumbler. Finally, remove the ignition switch by unscrewing any retaining screws and disconnecting the wiring harness.
To remove the ignition tumbler from a 1997 Chevrolet Cavalier, first disconnect the negative battery cable to ensure safety. Then, remove the steering column cover by taking out the screws. Insert the key and turn it to the "Run" position, press the release pin or tab located on the ignition cylinder, and pull the tumbler out. If the tumbler doesn’t release, you may need to rotate the key slightly to find the proper alignment.
To change the ignition tumbler on a 1992 Mazda 2600i pickup, first disconnect the battery to ensure safety. Remove the steering column cover by unscrewing it, then insert the key and turn it to the "On" position. Look for a small pin or release tab on the ignition switch that you can press to release the tumbler, allowing you to pull it out. Finally, insert the new tumbler and reassemble the steering column before reconnecting the battery.
To change the ignition tumbler on a 1991 Nissan Stanza, start by disconnecting the negative battery terminal to ensure safety. Remove the steering column cover by unscrewing the screws, then insert the key and turn it to the "ACC" position. Locate the release pin or screw on the ignition cylinder, press or unscrew it, and gently pull out the old tumbler. Finally, insert the new tumbler, secure it in place, and reassemble the steering column.
Pull your steering colum apart along with steering wheel and dash plastic, ignition swith is next to the key tumbler. Swap the parts.
USUALLY the key and tumbler in this model is held in by a supporting pin on the front or the back of the key and tumbler. Push the pin in with a small screwdriver or an awl. the pull it out. Put the new key and tumbler in the same way push it in until the pin locks in place then turn the key to see if it works. If it works you are finished!!
on an older car you put the key on accessery, push a needle in the little hole in the cylinder then turn the key to the left and pull on the key