Dorman 926-061 Ignition Lock Cylinder

Dorman 926-061 Ignition Lock Cylinder

Restore smooth key operation with this Dorman ignition lock cylinder for vehicles that use a worn or damaged original unit. Built with a black finish, metal and plastic housing, and a metal lock core, this direct replacement is made to return normal ignition function while maintaining the original security design.

Compatible with select Chrysler, Dodge, and Jeep applications, including Dodge Ram 1500, Ram 2500, Ram 3500, Dakota, Durango, Viper, and Jeep Grand Cherokee models. The Dorman 926-061 includes two keys and requires no harness.

Key Features

• Direct replacement ignition lock cylinder for worn or difficult-to-turn keys
• Black finish with metal lock material
• Metal and plastic housing construction
• Two keys included
• No key programming required
• No wiring harness required
• Part number: 926-061

Detailed Description

This ignition lock cylinder is built for drivers dealing with a sticking, worn, or non-responsive key cylinder. It restores the mechanical turning action needed to start the vehicle and is engineered to match the original equipment security layout. The Dorman 926-061 is a practical replacement for aging ignition components on Chrysler, Dodge, Plymouth, and Jeep platforms, including Dodge Ram 1500, Ram 2500, Ram 3500, and Dodge Dakota applications.

This part cross-references Monroe Shocks & Struts (e.g., 172286, 182286) for the same application.

What It Helps Fix

• Key that is hard to insert or turn in the ignition
• Ignition cylinder wear from long-term use
• Intermittent starting caused by a damaged lock core
• Loss of normal ignition switch rotation
• Replacement needs after the original cylinder becomes unreliable

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify vehicle fitment before installation, since this ignition lock cylinder is listed for specific Chrysler, Dodge, Plymouth, and Jeep models from 1997 through 2002. The unit is not key programmable and does not require a harness. Confirm the existing ignition assembly style and compare the original part number before service. The Dorman 926-061 is listed for applications such as 1997-2001 Dodge Ram 1500, 1997-2002 Dodge Ram 2500, and 1997-1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee.

Quality Assurance

Dorman supplies direct replacement components engineered to restore original function and security characteristics. Part number 926-061 is built as a service replacement for select ignition systems and is backed by Dorman product engineering standards.