A DIY video explaining how to replace your ignition lock cylinder. Very easy job – should take only a few minutes to complete. Mine took longer because I was…
1995 Subaru Legacy ignition lock replacement
26
Like
Save
){kind=link}
Comments
Write a comment
You must be logged in to post a comment.
Indeed, it is easy. Knowledge is power, my friend. Use it wisely. 🙂
I have a 93 Subaru Impreza that looks pretty similar. I had no idea this would be so easy; I’ll bet the repair shops charge at least 300 buck for this. I just found out the part only cost 35.00 bucks too.
Best of luck. A ham-fisted mechanic got my key stuck in the ignition lock.
My key is stuck in my ignition on my 1994 subaru forester… gonna try this out.
MAYBE. You might also have issues with the starter. My current car had trouble starting. I actually took the cables off the starter and cleaned the connections. Not a single problem since then.
hi if the car will not start and the battery is fine would that mean the ignition switch also cause we are getting this car from a family friend and i had secruity alram tookin out from the car cause it was silent just the lights and the clicking noise from the box for the secruitity alarm but they had have problems with the ignition switch in the past so i was wondering if i replace that would it go a head and start the car
Trying to follow… you have original locks and keys? If so, then yes, the ignition switch is probably the issue.
thanks so much for posting this. my original key and the duplicate I had made about 3 yrs. back both open the doors, fit into the ignition switch (the bells then chime) and neither one of them will turn to the right — am wondering is the problem is the slot in the switch because the newer key has only been used a few times — so it couldn’t have worn out. Right?
thanks to anyone who gives me feedback on this.
I haven’t done this job in a long time, unfortunately. If the two pieces are identical, replacement shouldn’t be problematic. Keep at it, and best of luck.
So I pulled out my old ignition cylinder and when I tried put my new one in, it wouldn’t slide in all the way. This was after I lined the connecting pieces up but to no prevail. I know the cylinders are identical, I just cant figure out why it wont slide into place. I’m so close! Any insight to why this is happening will hopefully save me further frustration.
Not sure if you’re aware of this but for the airbag there is also a wire located on the bottom end of the steering wheel which you can disconnect to prevent it from deploying when working on the vehicle. But personally I think disconnecting the battery is a better alternative.
That’s what I like to hear. You’re welcome!
Dude you just saved me a big hassle, thanks!
Don’t remember offhand. I got it from either Rockauto or Partsgeek. Try looking there. It was an aftermarket part.
whats the part # for just the cylinder?
To you: you’re welcome.
To your wife: I apologize. 🙂
thankyou so much for the video, after seeing how easy it is I decided it was something my wife could fix on her car herself :> rofl
Thanks. DIY is the only way to go for me.
Dude.. I am proud of your DIY. You seem mechanically inclined but you tackled the job with due diligence and did a great job. If you ever need help with your Legacy or any other Subaru, let me know.
It is an easy repair. But, first I would check and see if maybe the key is worn. I can’t assume what it might or might not be without seeing it in person,but it might be a worn lock. Best of luck.
Good work man. I’m looking into buying a 1999 Subaru Impreza 2.5rs from a friend but it has an ignition problem (he can get it to work, but it takes some “easing” and “technique” with the key to get it to work). Would you assume it’s just the ignition lock in this case? Should I do the repair myself?
The Wharton hat? No, actually I worked at Prentice Hall (publishing) when they launched the Wharton School Press imprint. I got the hat and a nifty coffee mug.
did you go the Upenn biz school?
Very glad it helped. Certainly not a job worth paying for. Easy and quick if you can get the part.
Thank you thank you thank you. It didn’t pop off as easily as it did in your video but finally came out. Must have been the original. Saved myself about 90 to 100 bucks.!!!!
Eeeeeeyaaaaaa !!!!!!!
Fairly early video of mine. I became aware of it when editing. I really do TRY to keep it short these days. Don’t always succeed, though 🙂
Dam u talk alot lol
Don’t feel too bad. I don’t know your car’s electronics, but it wouldn’t surprise me one bit if your car has some sort of immobilizer or alarm system that complicates matters.
I wish I watched this before yesterday… My ignition is getting shipped from Japan by the dealer and after install is costing me around $700 (2002 Outback) :p
Hope the video helps. It really is an easy job.
Thank’s MercedesDieselGuy for this video ,I will be replacing my cylinder soon !
How do you figure I’d be on my original ignition lock cylinder? I bought the car back in March with a worn-out lock cylinder. The path of least resistance was to replace the ignition lock cylinder. For what it’s worth, I’ve never once had trouble with keys cut at a Walmart.
This is a common problem with Subaru in the 1990’s, always take the original worn down key to a locksmith to have the key decoded and then a new key cut by code. You would still be on your original lock cylinder and same key for door and ign. Never take a worn key to a hardware store or Wal-Mart, those machines are no good. Those keys will get stuck and ruin your lock. A good automotive locksmith will cut you a new key to Subaru factory specs, not Wal-Mart specs.
Any time. Glad it helped.
thanks
Glad to hear it worked out. I used to own a ’94 Legacy, but since I never did this job on that car, I didn’t want to suggest the procedure would be the same.
Thanks for doing this video. Just for the record, this procedure will work on the 91-94 Legacys. I did this on my 91 Legacy SS.
Thanks again!
It’s an easy job. Hope the video helps and that the job goes well for you.
Thank you very much for taking your time to do this video. It would help me alot tomorrow when I have to replace my ’95 subaru lagacy ignition switch.