Guys, dont ask how I did it but I have half of my key stuck in my ignition switch, not towards the front where I could pull it out, but in the back, wayy in the back. Is there a way to get into the ignition switch and pull it out??? I'm thinking about buying a new ignition switch, and door locks all around since my driver and passenger locks are different.

 

yeah, time for new locks and ignition....since you were thinking of doing it anyway.

Tim

 

Best place to buy this?

 

Actually, it shouldn't be that hard for a locksmith to fix. First step is to see if a locksmith can actually dig the broken piece of key out of the lock - they might be able to. If not, remove the key cylinder and let them dismantle it to remove the broken key.

You'd be AMAZED what a good locksmith can do, and for CHEAP. I bought a junker 2nd gen to fix up and sell - it came with 2 keys, one that did everything but the driver's side door, and one for the driver's side door. I removed the cylinder, took it to a locksmith with both keys, and told them to re-key the lock for the key that works everything else. They put all new components in the cylinder for it to match the key, put a new face plate and "flapper door" on it, while I waited for like $12.

There's nothing special about the key on the FD - just hit up a good locksmith and see what they recommend.

Dale

 

BTW, the ignition switch electronics and the lock cylinder itself are 2 separate components. If you want to replace the actual electronic switch, that's a whole different piece than the key cylinder, although Mazda might sell it as one piece or separate. Personally, I've never seen problems that could be traced to a bad ignition switch - unless you're SURE something is flaky, I wouldn't change it just to change it.

Dale

 

Super glue!