The ignition switch should be separate from the ignition key/lock assembly, so I'll say no.
Most likely your ignition switch is bad
Not a switch, but you could have a problem with the Sentry Key System. The key has a chip in it that communicates with a receiver near the ignition switch. You will have to go to a dealer for service.
Are you using an original key, or a replacement that has the proper security computer chip located in the fat plastic part of the key? If not, the car's security system will keep the ignition locked and will not allow you to turn the ignition switch. ALSO: some earlier models of Focus had ignition switches that were a problem. If you ARE using the correct key and can't turn the switch to start the car anymore, the ignition switch may have to be replaced.
Unless you have the frequencies of the chip inside the key or very tech savvy knowledge of how to trick the computer that runs the ignition into thinking it has the correct key chip inserted, you don't. Extra chip keys are about $150.00 a piece... IF you have the original key. I don't know what the price is to re-key a Windstar ignition switch that requires a chip to start, but it isn't going to be in the neighborhood of 'cheap'.
The ignition switch. Where the key goes in is the key tumbler.
On a Chrysler vehicle with sentry key (chip key), you just have to put the key in the ignition and turn it on.On a Chrysler vehicle with sentry key (chip key), you just have to put the key in the ignition and turn it on.
i have a 06 Chevy cobalt and can't get the key out of the ignition switch
There is an electronic chip in 2000 Chrysler Sebring Convertible ignition keys. The chip is located in the top section of the key, within the black polymer thumb casing. This chip must be programmed to each particular automobile. Every key has two requirements. 1.) The key must be cut properly allowing the key to turn the ignition switch. 2.) The key must have a functioning, properly programmed chip. A physical key may be cut properly allowing the key to turn the ignition switch and to start the car. But if the key's chip is not programmed properly, or has failed, when the car's computer system checks the key's chip the car will shut down.
97-98 Mark VIII's have a computer chip in the key head that is read by the ring around the ignition switch. The key must be programmed to the ignition switch by the Ford or L/M dealer. They will also be able to get the key code for you upon verification of your ownership of the vehicle.
A friend had the same problem with his 87 Corvette . His was the chip in the ignition key . Had to replace ignition switch and key , about 40 dollars for the parts .
no