Choosing A Car Door Lock Cylinder Set
A door lock cylinder turns with the matching mechanical key to operate the door's lock mechanism. Choose the replacement for the vehicle, door position and original lock arrangement. A-Premium offers individual cylinders and sets for selected cars and trucks.
Door Lock Cylinder Replacement
Match the mounting and linkage to the door, and follow the specific vehicle's procedure for accessing the lock. Application notes can also distinguish body style, market or equipment within the same model and year.
A worn key, linkage, latch or power-lock actuator can also affect how a lock operates. Identify the damaged component before assuming the mechanical cylinder is the only part that needs attention.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Does a door lock cylinder set always include an ignition cylinder?
Package contents vary. One A-Premium set includes two door locks and an ignition lock, while another lists only two door locks. Check the itemized contents before ordering a set for several locations.
Can one key operate every cylinder in a set?
Some sets are described as keyed alike. One listed Jeep set says its two supplied keys match all four included locks. Confirm the individual description; existing locks left on the vehicle may still require their original key.
Will a new ignition lock key automatically bypass the immobilizer?
Vehicles with an immobilizer may require a correctly coded key in addition to a mechanically matching blade. Check the key and programming requirements for the vehicle; a lock set alone does not establish electronic compatibility.
Is a door lock cylinder the same as a power lock actuator?
The cylinder operates the lock mechanically with a key. A power-lock actuator is an electrical component that moves a locking mechanism. They can work in the same door, but are separate parts with different failure causes.
Will the vehicle's original key operate a replacement cylinder?
Do not assume the original key will match a replacement cylinder supplied with its own keys. If keeping one key for unchanged locks matters, check whether the specific cylinder can be matched to the existing key before ordering or installing it.
