did the search no mention of anyone using the round rubber coated metal tool (ST, el-paso) for removing the black metal trim ring covering the ignition key tumbler.

do I really need this tool to turn the ring? i do not want to mar it up when removing. is there a diy-made tool people are using?

thanks

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