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[p.b.r.]

I have a 1988 Red Hot Mini, the steering wheel lock is stuck, I cannot turn the ignition key. or the steering wheel. I am looking for suggestions to free it.

[unburntfuelinthemorning]

You'll probably need a new lock.  You'll have to drill the heads off the bolts to replace it.

[DeadSquare]

Find this on google by typing in:- "removing the barrel from an ignition lock".  It is about 5th one down.

 

It is a fiddly job, so start off by blessing it before you begin, as cursing when half way through doesn't help.

 

 

 

Ignition switch barrel replacement - SpecialPatrolGroup.co.uk

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Please read this complete section before attempting this job as understanding the construction of the ignition switch/barrel is essential to replacing it with the

[MikeRotherham]

Is the steering wheel actually locked?

 

Sometimes on mine I have to jiggle the steeering wheel at the same time as turning the key to get the key to turn. If you get my drift?