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Old Jul 5, 2011 | 06:45 PM
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Any one ever change their ignition cylinder before ? Dealer said that it has to be coded by them and want to charge $400 that's labor and parts.
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Old Jul 5, 2011 | 09:26 PM
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Originally Posted by 8VETTE7
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You can get the lock cylinder from GMPARTSHOUSE.COM for less than $100. Remove and replace the lock cylinder yourself free. Have a locksmith rekey the cylinder to your key, probably under $50.
True story. Uncoded lock cylinder: 12458190 or AC Delco part # D1473D (same thing)

btw, $65.02 at autopartstomorrow

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Old Jul 6, 2011 | 10:04 AM
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Thanks i'll try it.
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Old Jul 6, 2011 | 02:54 PM
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Clean the contacts while you have it out...

http://forums.corvetteforum.com/c5-t...ch-repair.html
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Old Jul 6, 2011 | 04:57 PM
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I'd be happy to help you with a new lock cylinder, and we can code it for you if you give us the key code for additional $15.
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