Ignition key — removal and installation (Honda Accord 3)

The ignition keys used on the Honda vehicles described in this book are two-piece switches; the key part of the lock and the electrical part. Each part is replaceable. When the key is turned, the shaft sets the electrical part of the switch in motion. It is necessary to accurately determine the location of the damage. If the mechanical part of the lock is tight, or there is a broken key in it, then most likely the electrical part is in order, it is just not brought to the normal functional position. If the key turns easily, but the electrical part does not work (the starter malfunctions or the ACC does not work, etc.), the problem is in the electrical part. Replacing the ignition key is not the easiest job, so you should make sure that there are no other causes of breakdowns. Do not attempt to replace the ignition key assembly unless you have access to the mounting bolts. These special bolts have removable heads that are reset when the bolts are tightened. This makes removing the bolts very difficult without a drill. Thus, the car enthusiast becomes protected from the "bad guys" removing the ignition key assembly from a parked car.

(Publication reprinted from the website HONDABOOK)