Can you lubricate ignition lock cylinder?
09-04-2001, 05:43 AM
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Can you lubricate ignition lock cylinder?
Just read archived C3 post about lubricating by putting Mobil 1 on key.
Doesn't seem like that would be good for VATS.
Jack
Doesn't seem like that would be good for VATS.
Jack
09-04-2001, 06:16 AM
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Re: Can you lubricate ignition lock cylinder? (jackdaroofer)
Yikes. The common (correct) way to lubricate locks is with dry graphite lubricant...or powdered pencil lead, basically the same thing :D It did wonders to my locking gas cap which was getting reeeaaalll sticky. I don't know if it will interfere with VATS but I doubt it.
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Re: Can you lubricate ignition lock cylinder? (JasonL)
You can buy graphite powder mixed with mineral spirits. Once its in the lock, the mineral spirits evaporates leaving just the graphite. A lot easier to get in the lock than powdered graphite. It may be named Lock-Ez or something similar. Works great. I think you need to stay away from oil as they turn gummy after a few years.
09-04-2001, 09:45 PM
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Re: Can you lubricate ignition lock cylinder? (Mez)
Will graphite screw up VATS sensors?
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