Standard Ignition TL-116 Trunk Lock

Trunk Lock for Ford, Mercury, and Lincoln

Standard Ignition TL-116 is a trunk lock and key set built for select Ford, Mercury, and Lincoln vehicles from the late 1980s and early 1990s. It is designed for owners replacing a worn or failed trunk lock on applications such as the Ford Taurus, Mercury Sable, and Lincoln Continental.

Key Features

• Contents: trunk lock and keys
• High-grade materials for installation confidence
• Professional-quality construction for consistent operation
• Built from Standard Ignition research and development focused on technician needs
• Designed to address common failure issues found in original equipment trunk locks

Product Details

Standard Ignition TL-116 is a direct-fit trunk lock solution for select body and compartment applications. It is engineered for dependable latch operation and secure trunk access on vehicles including the 1990-1991 Ford Taurus, 1986-1991 Mercury Sable, and 1988-1990 Lincoln Continental. This part number, TL-116, is also listed for additional Ford Tempo, Mercury Topaz, and 1988 Ford Thunderbird applications. This part cross-references TL81 and TL15730 for the same application.

What This Part Helps Resolve

• Broken or worn trunk lock cylinders
• Difficulty turning the trunk key
• Loose or inconsistent trunk lock operation
• Key mismatch after lock replacement
• Trunk access problems caused by internal lock wear

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify vehicle year, make, model, and trim details before ordering, especially on 1990-1991 Ford Taurus and Mercury Sable applications with chrome-finish ignition lock cylinder notes. Some listed fitments also note w/o illuminated entry or chrome finish requirements. Compare the original lock style and keying details to confirm proper application of TL-116.

Quality Assurance

Standard Ignition uses high-grade materials and professional construction standards to support reliable operation. The brand’s product development focuses on solving known OE failure points, making TL-116 a practical replacement for worn trunk lock assemblies.