Removing a broken key?

[Skittlesk10]

Hey guys i have a 85 k10. The problem is my dad broke the key off in the ignition to move it last night. What is the easiest way to get the broken part out.

 

[MadOgre]

Tweezers ???

 

[79K10]

Is it all the way down in there?
Might need a new one


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[Georgeb]

If you remove the lock cylinder from the column you can take it apart and remove the key. They are not complicated you just need to keep all the tumblers in the correct order. You may even be able to push the key out from the other side with a paper clip once you have the cylinder out. Years back I had two trucks but didn't like having two sets of keys so I keyed them the same so I only had one set of keys. I worked for a dealership at the tkme so I could make keys and had a lock tumbler kit to work from tho.

 

[Georgeb]

If you remove the lock cylinder from the column you can take it apart and remove the key. They are not complicated you just need to keep all the tumblers in the correct order. You may even be able to push the key out from the other side with a paper clip once you have the cylinder out. Years back I had two trucks but didn't like having two sets of keys so I keyed them the same so I only had one set of keys. I worked for a dealership at the tkme so I could make keys and had a lock tumbler kit to work from tho.

Beware, there are tiny springs for each tumbler. Loose one and your done.

 

[chengny]

What is the easiest way to get the broken part out.

Make your father do it.

 

[chengny]

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1. Remove steering wheel as outlined previously.

2. Remove turn signal switch as outlined in ``Turn Signal Switch, Replace'' procedure.

3. Place ignition switch in ``Run'' position, then remove lock cylinder retaining screw and lock cylinder.

4. To install, rotate lock cylinder to stop, while holding housing as shown, Fig. 6. Align cylinder key with keyway in housing, then push lock cylinder assembly into housing until fully seated.

5. Install lock cylinder retaining screw. Torque screw to 40 lb in for standard columns, or 22 lb in for adjustable columns.

6. Install buzzer switch, turn signal switch and steering wheel.

 

[MadOgre]

How about: weld the 2 key halves back together and then simply pull it out!

 

[MadOgre]