This is absolutely the best how-to video I have seen. It was clearly done and explained very well. The video was clear, sharp, and excellent quality. I had no trouble making this repair on my Jeep thanks to you! I saved an estimated labor charge of at least $200 and saved money on buying my own parts. I didn't have to pay for towing my vehicle to the shop either. Thank you so very much!

As someone who knows NOTHING about vehicles, this helped me out so much. Thank you for explaining everything clearly. I bought a 2003 TJ as a fixer upper, and now I can fix er without my husband's help!

MAAAAN, when I tell you this video help me out big time yesterday. Like everyone else, I appreciate you taking the time out to do this vid.

Perfect video. 100% dead on my issue. The piece broke in the same place. Easy video to follow. Great Job.

This is an outstanding video…thank you! My 05 Wrangler had the exact same problem as yours in the video and it happened in a parking lot. I tore the ignition apart (in the parking lot), found the broken actuator, and couldn’t get it back together until I found your video! Thank you, very well done!

For sure the best video on this topic. Couldn't have explained every detail any better thank you for helping us who would be lost without this video and I think it's crazy how common this issue is

Thank you so much! This happened to my 04' Rubi today. I went through all the forums and nothing matched. came across your video. Pulled the switch off and bam! Broken! 40$ later and ole Artemis is running like a champ! Thanks so much for the amazing step by step video! Saved my night!

Thank you a million times CPO. I realize this vids old but was just able to fix the wife's 2002 TJ, same exact break as yours looked identical. Replaced both and now she's up and running. Of course not before a new battery, starter. Alternator and every battery / alt / ground cables then I stumbled onto your video. Oh well its all new now, less to worry about, thanks again !!!

Absolutely, the best walk-through for this project. I let my jeep sit for 6 months dreading a shop visit. I'm so not a mechanical inclined mind-set but I followed this on a hunch of being the problem. Fixed in 30 mins. New follower here! Nice work!!

Thank you so much I was freaking out my baby 06 tj was stranded in a parking lot on the otherside of town for $100 this video saved me. and yes mine was the same break too

Thank you champion, you saved me so much time and money today - when my TJ died I had it towed to my house instead of a mechanic, I found exactly the same problem and my parts are already on their way 😍

Thanks for the video! My '04 LJ quit me yesterday - luckily in the driveway while I was trying to head out. I did some searching last night on a TJ Forum, to narrow the diagnosis. I then searched KZfaq and found your video. Went to AutoZone and Harbor Freight and back home for a quick install. The tip about the security torx saved me a second trip for supplies. Thanks again.

Just found myself stranded in Rincon PR with my beater 2005 Liberty.. was able to get a ride to autozone to buy tools and a new ignition switch actuator pin. You saved my life with this video. I was able to get it all done the next morning to journey back 3 hours to San Juan. Thank you so much!

Tackled this project this morning as I really had doubts I could do this. Was pleasantly surprised to see my busted piece when I took it apart, but knew I wasn’t going to jump for joy until completely done. Much to my surprise, it all went back together thanks to this tremendous video. Thank you. Car has sat for 3 weeks as I piecemealed the parts online I guessed I would need. Guessed correctly. It’s a great day.

Thank you so much for posting this! This was exactly what was going on with my 05 TJ great video that breaks down step-by-step in detail and also shows you the function of each part being replaced. Thanks again for posting!

THANKS! Our Jeep stopped starting the first day of vacation last week. We pulled it home, researched your videos, and bought the actuator pin and ignition switch today. As soon as we pulled out the actuator pin, it looked exactly like yours - broken in the exact same place. Put it all back together and started like a champ! You saved us a tow to our mechanic and hundreds of dollars. Can’t thank you enough…

My tj was stolen around my birthday this year (parked by my workplace and didn't notice until Sept 28th, bday on th 25th) I did some things to "disable" it somewhat. To and from work I drive the back road to actively search for it. Finally one day to work in the morning I drove on the same back street I had already drive by before. This time as I looked left the colors red, white and blue caught my eyes. There it was! Stars and Bars!!! My Jeep has a soft top but I left the rear soft windows off and instead I secured the American flag to the sports bars. Skipping to the point of this video. Now the key turns to accessory and all dash light work and all however it won't crank over and start. I talked to people and it seems that it has same issue as yours. The same broken piece is most likely th culprit. Thank you for the upload.

I watched it a few weeks back, thought I recalled it all, got the parts off ok but was confused on replacement, his anticipation of that very thing is so useful. Many thanks, I rewatched the re install a few times. Jeep is 100% now. (where it used to be "maybe I'll start...maybe I won't")

THANK YOU! This really is the best instructional video EVAR. New (old, 1997 handmedown) Wrangler owner mama - handed down from my Dad, never worked on a car in my life. Wouldn’t start two days after I got it, followed these instructions and she’s running! Thank you!

Bruh...just had this happen to me today. Started up the TJ and stopped at the gas station 2 miles from my house. Filled up the tank and tried to start it. I had all the same symptoms. Got a ride from a buddy and went to Autozone to get both of those parts. Pulled out the actuator and it wasn't broken. Replaced it anyway since I had it removed. Replaced the ignition switch too, which was probably the culprit. Buttoned everything back up and it cranked right up. Thanks for the great video. ✌

I can not even tell you how much you saved the day with this video. Thank you!

Two words for you ma man, "PERFECTLY OUTSTANDING!!!" Loved your video, I think that is my problem. Main thing for me is to turn the key and it should spring back once you turn it forward. Gonna check that first thing in the morning. Thank you CPO!

I was stuck on the side of the road an hour and a half from my home and this video (and Autozone) got me home. Thank you for your detailed instructions and explanation

I’m a rank amateur when it comes to mechanical aptitude. This video, with your step by step, clear/ concise, chronological guidance help me rock this cylinder, actuator, and switch replacement. Gracias!

Thank you !! I had exactly this issue and I was fixed in hour instead of probably scratching my head all day. Now subscribed. The walk through detailing how everything goes together in a set position is awesome 👍

Wow I Believe that all the videos I’ve ever watched in my entire life on KZfaq and all the videos that I’ve watched in the last two days trying to fix my jeep and finding a video that shows me what to do and how to do it I stumbled up on yours and wow sir my hats off to you this is absolutely one of the best video I’ve ever seen in my life and after watching this video I went out to my truck and I had my truck fixed in 15 minutes kudos brother kudos

Really appreciate the detailed info in this video. I could not find what I was doing wrong until your video. Your explained what each part does and how they work together. It helped me complete the job with ease. Wish I would have seen this 2 days ago.

You are A LIFE SAVER!!! Thank you for perfectly done video. The hardest part of the whole process was trying to find my tools my hubby misplaced. Lol. You made this repair super easy and fun! Thank you so much!

YOU’VE DONE IT TOO ME AGAIN. THANK YOU!! Got home from work and my car wouldn’t turn off lol. Key turn had almost no resistance. Same break on my actuator too. Fixed it the next day. 2001 Jeep Wrangler sport 4.0 You’re a godsend, man.

Very well done video and explanation. I've been dreading doing mine the last 2 or 3 months but your video really helped rid my dread. The "sweet spot" no longer works, so I'll be tearing mine apart to see which component is bad. Probably just replace both while in there. Many thanks for a well shot video and clear concise instructions.

This video was EXACTLY what happened to my 06 LJ this week. When I pulled out the assembly from the ignition the same little piece of metal fell right out! Got the Dorman replacement and all is well. Thanks for the detailed video and Dorman part number.

Great Video! I was able to replace the ignition actuator by myself. My 2001 Jeep Sahara started right up after I put everything back together. I could not have done this repair without your video. You saved me time, money and effort. Thank you!

My 06 just left me stranded! Had to tow it 31 miles back to My house. Going to replace ignition today! Great video, thanks

Just wanted to say thank you for this video and also the troubleshooting one. I went through the steps you posted to diagnose the issue on my ‘02 TJ and had this exact problem. Your attention to detail on all the little things regarding this fix, gave me the confidence to do it myself. Saved me a ton of money and the Jeep starts up great now. Thank you so much!

I really appreciate you doing this video. Got my sons 05’ Jeep Liberty back running. I attempted to watch several videos before finding yours. Your video was the only one I could see and you provided step by step instruction. Thank you for a great video and saving me $600. Awesome job man!

Your instructions and visuals are on point! The T-10 for the security bit I needed to complete this endeavor saved me a trip. Thanks again!

This is exactly what happened to my 2003 TJ sport. Exactly! That piece of metal fell off the switch just like in the video. I was distracted looking for a faulty grounding wire and then when I came across this video, "BOOM," found the fix. Great job and thanks!

Just got my '04 Wrangler running again all thanks to this video! Really well explained and easy to follow - thank you for taking the time and putting this out there.

I fixed my Jeep myself and got it to start again using this video as a guide, less than $100 for the part and probably $100's saved in labor. Thanks a bunch!!

Just replaced mine on my '05 TJ using these excellent instructions. Mine was broken in the cast area just like yours. The only thing you didn't mention was the fact that it would take me about 5 times as long to do mine than it took you. First delay was because after getting home with the parts I wondered why there was 2 sets of instructions in the box with the actuator pin assembly then finding that the key lock end of the plastic pin was already broken off. Another trip across town remedied that. Second delay was finding the small spring that shot off of the brass colored slider when it worked its way out of the slot. I'm glad I google the ignition issue when the key felt loose and found this video before I had to be towed. Thanks so much for making it. Keep up the good work.

This was SO. Helpful. Thank you! Ended up here from the "Troubleshooting Jeep TJ Wrangler". Rewired to check the starter--wasn't it, lo and behold it was the actuator with the same break as yours! Got the parts, watched the video, did the repair---you're a life saver. Thank you!

Oh dood.. you saved my bacon on this one! I opened everything up and spring.. spring.. crap.. managed to find all the sprung parts and put them back together using your video! Wish all the Jeep vids were this good, thanks!

This is indeed the best video on this!!! After a year and several mechanics working on my daughter’s TJ, I was changing the turn signal multifunction switch and found the broken actuator!! I’m pretty good with fixing stuff and this was invaluable!!! Especially how to line it all up and positioning the new switch! I didn’t think about that and my new actuator pin didn’t have alignment marks. Your video saved me endless headache!!! Thank you!!!

Man you are a lifesaver!!! My sons Jeep broke down at school so I drove down to help him fix. I also had a bad starter to fix in addition to this starter pin just like yours! Also replaced the switch. Thank you Thank you Thank you!! Thanks for taking the time to do this video. You saved me big bucks!!

This video is AMAZING!! I am a fair weather mechanic (dad) and had trouble shot several things before this (which did not work) THIS WAS THE PROBLEM, and gave me the confidence to do it on my own. THANK YOU AGAIN!!! We are back up and running, and all because this video..

I just Fixed my 2005 Wrangler TJ after watching this video! Wow Hats off to you brother worked like a charm!

One of the best KZfaq videos I have seen or used! Just finished my 05 Jeep unlimited and worked first time. Thanks

Like others, this video helped me immensely. I followed your directions to the T, and it went smooth as butter. I wasn't going to replace the ignition switch but I went ahead and got a new one based on your advice. It was the right move because after I got it pulled out, I noticed it was wallowed out were a broken piece had been moving around in it for a while. Thanks a million. This is one of the better automotive tutorial videos I've found and I've been through hundreds of them.

Just changed mine out today. As soon as I got the actuator out, I saw it was, in fact, broken in the exact spot as yours. Engineered to fail. Thank you so much for saving me the time and money trying to figure out why it wasn't starting.

Thank you o3djeeps! Your video probably saved me $150 and hours of aggravation. I applied what I learned from this informative video to my 2001 Jeep Wrangler Sport. I'm up and running and couldn't be happier.

Thanks - Saved me a couple of hundreds... Easy to follow.

Was absolutely stumped until I came across these videos. Thank you so much.

I looked up TJ no fire because I knew it wasnt the battery. Saw your vid and knew it would probably be the most professional video out there based on your previous vids from you. Saved me a lot of search time on the internet.

I'm doing the same job along with the signal and flasher (everything switch). By far THE BEST VIDEO on replacing the pin and ignition. I still cant figure out why my signals work but not my hazards. That will be the next job for me. Thanks very much for this video. 2000 Jeep TJ Sport 4L

I have been fighting an issue for 3 years where my 04 LJ would shut off while I was driving. I had lights and gauges just wouldn’t crank. Took it to multiple shops and because it was intermittent they didn’t know what was up. Did some research saw this video. All fixed now. Thank you so much. Great video!

Thanks for the awesome video. I got to work today and went to turn my 06 TJ off and it wouldn't turn off...had to disconnect the ignition fuse to kill it. Towed home, Autozone on lunch, a few screws and $43 later my jeep is back!!

June 2021 and this video walked me through the exact issue I have. Broken actuator pin and I bought new one and ignition switch as well for my 2004 LJ. I’m also replacing the key cylinder as well since my key can be removed while running. Lol. Thanks for this. Worked great!!!

Thank you for the video!! My Jeep finally will start!!! Weeks leading up to it not starting my 2003 Jeep Wrangler would occasionally cut out while I was driving causing it to jerk and jump a little. It made a clicking sound when I turned and wouldn’t start the first try, then worked the second turn of the key for a week. Finally, It stopped making a clicking sound and lights on the radio light flickered when it wouldn’t start. I tried replacing the starter, checked the battery and replaced the clutch position sensor after reading post online. I saw your video and ordered a 20 dollar starter switch off of amazon and it fixed the problem! It starts right up and runs better than ever!! Thanks again for the explanation of how everything works. I had to get a screw driver and turn the sensor for everything to line up.

Thank you so much. After watching your video, it only took about 5 minutes to pull apart. Sure enough, the actuator pin was broken. I can’t believe they charge $60. For that tiny plastic and pot metal piece. Took me almost 2 hours of fiddling to get the new part in and everything connected properly. Cranked right over! Thanks!

This is a awesome video. Thank you. I had the same issue happen after working a 12 hr shift, but I watched your video and had the Jeep back up and running the same day.

Great video! I'm having this same problem with my '04 Rubicon and have parts on the way. The actuator is less than $11 and the switch is less than $17 on eBay. I called my local garage just for fun, to get an estimate for replacement and they said $470! What the hell? KZfaq is the best car manual ever!..... subscribed!

Big thanks! mine was Ignition switch but after watching this I replaced it all too. I replaced the starter and did all my grounds first (worth doing anyway) but this was a great video!!!!!

I watched a few videos on this. When I had trouble putting it back together I turned to your video. My Jeep won't crank and won't move the shifter. I found out that there was noting broken on mine and put it back together with your help. The center piece gave me a lot of trouble until you told me how to realign it. Thanks. This didn't fix mine, but now I can eliminate the ignition switch area. It's probably and easy fix, I just haven't found it yet.

Great!! Made it so much easier, I would add that his advice to replace the ignition switch as well is a step that SHOULD be taken, in my case the switch was bad AND the actuator was bad, I didn’t take the advice and got the switch after I discovered it still wouldn’t start. Spend the extra $20 and you wont have that moment of panic as I did when it didn’t start yet again. Great instructional video.

Thank you sooooooooo much man. I have an 05 liberty and the shops were talking crazy numbers to fix it. I found the actuator pin for 21 bucks on Amazon and your video and did it myself. Lifesaver bro!

Thanks a million😊 I wasted the interlock trying to troubleshoot the ignition. The part was on sale for $14 delivered. The detailed explanation was very much appreciated. Not as simple as it looks.

AWESOME!!!!!!! Spot ON! You saved me too. Happened exactly the same to my '06 Rubicon. I will watch all you have to offer my Guru!

I'm having a problem with my gauges not working intermittently. I've narrowed it down to my ignition switch. This video is going to be so, so helpful for changing it out. I would have never thought I would have needed security torx bits to do this job. Thank you so much for posting this video.

Outstanding video! I would never have found the problem, much less had a clue what to do. Taking the time to go thru the alignment was a huge help getting things back together. I can't thank you enough!

Had this happen this morning and thanks to your video I bought the pieces myself and have a running Jeep again. Thank you for your time and explanation🙌🏼

Had an intermittent airbag light issue, if I wiggled the key around when the jeep was running I could sometimes get it to turn off... so I thought replacing the entire ignition system might fix it. As an aside, I could just pull my key out of the jeep at any point and infact, probably could have started it with a hot dog. Anyhow, following these instructions I fixed both of these problems. Taking my time still probably not an hour worth of work. Just want to say thanks again for putting this out, it was extremely helpful.

I had the same problem. broken tumbler/actuator. Thank you for your video. Saved me some aggravation and time. Mine is an 02 Wrangler. now to track down an engine code. Thanks again.

'03 TJ thanks YOU. I thank YOU. Excellent instruction and visual. Made the fix much less of a headache than the hangover that encountered the original problem. 🤣

Man, you are a lufe saver! Doing this swap in a laundromat parking lot wasn't too bad. It still wasn't fun. Thank you!

This video was a perfect walk-through and solved my problem with my 2005 TJ. My actuator pin was broken exactly as this was in the video.

100% was the issue with my 05 LJ. You are a life saver and your video is so easy to follow. Thank you!

CPO, Thanks for The BEST video on the subject!

My son bought a new actuator pin for his jeep, no instructions of course. Thanks for saving the day! Gonna tackle this tomorrow.

"Boom, that is awesome!" Your video is exactly what I was looking for, thank you so much man.

LOL. Great video. You didn’t think I wanted to hear someone talk for hours. You simply went thru what I needed to do. Thank you. It wasn’t as simple for me as it was for you. But that’s me. It never works how it’s supposed to. I mean, I had to do what you did. In the order you did it. But it took me 3 hrs to get it to come together. Ignition cylinder would only slide half way out. Took me a long time to line up the ignition cylinder with the actuator and lock back in to place. Took me a while to line up the starter with the actuator. All the in between steps took me a while to make them work. But it all eventually went the way you said it would. But that didn’t solve my problem. 🤯🤯🤯 I turn the key in the morning for the first time. Have to hold it on for 20-30 seconds and it finally starts. Starts fine unless it sits all day. Then same thing. I checked the wiring under dash. Not melted, etc. I replaced the starter relay. Starter and solenoid are new. 🤔🤔🤔

Just used this video to fix my broken ignition actuator. Thanks so much! Saved me a load of money and a tow (more money).

WOW sir!!! AAA tow, NAPA auto and your expert tutoring and my Wrangler is back in service again. Many Thanks brother!!!

Another great video! Will be doing this Thursday when my actuator comes in. Thanks!!

Came here to say what everyone else has said. Thank you so much for taking the time to thoroughly explain this. You've helped a lot of people out with this. You've got a new sub.

I found this to be the most informative video. I was able to diagnose and repair my Jeep after watching this. Thanks for the help!

Hell yea man.....just had to do the same exact thing just now with my LJ....your video definitely helped me get the job done.....replaced the switch as well. Thanks man, much appreciated 🙏 👍

Thanks for this excellent video. I was trying to find out why the HVAC system in my 2004 Wrangler X was dead. Checked the control switch module, resistor pack, blower motor relay and blower motor, and all were OK. Discovered no voltage going to the fuse that feeds the relay coil (and also to the fuses that feed the air bag system - the air bag warning light was on, and backup lights which I discovered weren't working either). From the schematics, the voltage source for all these fuses was through the ignition switch. Watched your video, bought the switch for $15, installed it and everything works great. Was about to take it in to the dealer, so this saved me considerable cash!

IMPORTANT 1997 TJ Differences. This is a great video but there are some differences I found when performing this task on a 1997 TJ (and probably all TJ models that do not have a multi function switch on the left-hand side of the steering column) On my jeep, the turn signal switch just controls turn signals and highbeams. There is no reason to loosen this switch because access to the ignition switch itself is not blocked with it in place. BIG DIFFERENCE is that the lower column shroud cannot be removed until the ignition key cylinder core - including its little “wings” that sit around the keyhead that you twist to turn the key - is first removed. This is done by inserting the key in the ignition and turning to the run position, then there is an access hole in the bottom of the shroud in which you must insert a punch or thin screwdriver in order to push the release tab which will allow the key cylinder to be removed, and that will allow the lower shroud to be removed. You can unscrew the lower shroud to help you aim the screwdriver to push the release tab, but the shroud will not come off unless the lock core has first been removed. Obviously, when reassembling it is not possible to insert the lock core into the mechanism as shown in the video because the lower shroud must be fitted in place before the cylinder core can be inserted through it into its resting place. So this last step has to be done blind with the lower shroud back in place.

Before I start I want to thank you for all the hard work you’ve put into these videos. I love how you explain everything fully. I’m tight on cash and therefore attempting certain repairs myself. I’m mechanically inclined “a bit” I’d say, and ONLY a bit. Your videos really help. I have a 2004 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited 4.0L w/ 64Kmiles. I’m trying to replace actuator & ignition switch. Following your video, I felt this would be fairly easy; however, I’ve already run into an issue. I’m trying to remove the lock cylinder by inserting key, turning to on position and depressing the pin . However when I try to pull the cylinder out it doesn’t budge. Also, I noticed on your video u didn’t have to remove a black plastic rectangular box w/ some form of ring attached that fits over the cylinder. I was able to remove ring/box and depress the small yellow pin but still unable to pull cylinder out. What am I doing wrong. Thank you, Laura H.

Thank you so much for putting together these videos. I never would have figured out this actuator switch install or diagnosis without these videos.

THANK YOU!!! My middle ignition piece with the tiny golden thing blew apart and I had no idea how it went back together until I watched this

Back on the road again after watching your how-to-video. I drive a 2007 Jeep liberty. Thank-you for this very informative video!

Thanks so much for this video ! This is exactly what was wrong with mine. I would have never found it without this video. thanks again.

Thank you very much for this video! They wanted $62 for the ignition switch at the dealership and the labor would have been way more than that. I ordered it for $10 and an ignition actuator for about $15 and I'll put them in myself. Best of luck to you out there!

This is the best how to video I've seen after watching videos for two days!! You explain everything in detail. Thank you so much! Keep up the awesome work!!

Thank you - was trying to work it out before I saw this ... removing the key barrel was what I was doing wrong. Great video, explained nice and easy - I appreciate it - Thank you! (saved me lots of money)

Thanks for making this video and the diagnosis video. You made troubleshooting and fixing my my '04 TJ unlimited super easy when my key finally stopped because ng able to turn with a small nudge (something it had done since I bought it 5 years ago)

Great instructions, originally I replaced the actuator pin. I recommend replacing both actuator pin and switch. In case the switch is broken as I later found out. Now working as new.

Thanks man, replaced mine on my 06 TJ pin was def broken. Everything works like a charm now 🙏🏽

Identical problem with my 2003 Jeep Liberty. Your video really simplified the repair---thx!