Technical Ignition Key won't turn

[ChrisSim]

Scudo 2008 has ignition lock that the keys will not turn.
The steering lock is engaged .
Any ideas on how to remove the ignition lock with or without the steering lock so I can replace the barrel which is obviously damaged.
Don't want to damage the housing if possible

 

[ponsaloti]

Are you sure the barrel is faulty.
I usually cut a new blade before replacing the barrel.
We can read the worn key and/or cut the key to code, eliminating any wear in the blade.
This works more times than not.

Put up a good picture of your key. I'll take a butchers if you like.

 

[ChrisSim]

Barrel was definitely cactus.
I sprayed plenty of WD , to no avail.
Eventually gave up on it .Both keys were tried and neither would turn the barrel.

Drilled out the barrel , made a dummy lock to be able to disengage steering lock and "hot wired" the ignition.
Now I have a "START" button and an electrical on switch.The immobilizer still works so the key needs to be in the ignition position to start.
It will do me for a while

 

[varesecrazy]

How full of Water was it..?

Sounds like you are mobile now at least



Edit.. : having re.read it

'Ignition position'..?
Will the barrel now turn??

 

[ponsaloti]

Barrel was definitely cactus.
I sprayed plenty of WD , to no avail.
Eventually gave up on it .Both keys were tried and neither would turn the barrel.

Drilled out the barrel , made a dummy lock to be able to disengage steering lock and "hot wired" the ignition.
Now I have a "START" button and an electrical on switch.The immobilizer still works so the key needs to be in the ignition position to start.
It will do me for a while

Be careful,you may not be covered by your insurance.

 

[ChrisSim]

Thanks for your concern But The van isn't worth much and 3rd party property insurance is all I need.

 

[chris3234]

Thanks for your concern But The van isn't worth much and 3rd party property insuranthce is all I need.

It may seem daft but I'n the uk third party cover often costs more then fully comp cover

 

[ChrisSim]

Follow up on this matter. I ended up buying a replacement lock and key from wreckers in Lithuania for about $60.00 as all local wreckers had prices over $150.00 All I needed to do was replace the new blade into the key fob with the immobilizer chip, keep the old blade and fix it to another obsolete base to use for the fuel cap and the door locks and all is well.