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NEED TO KNOW HOW TO CHANGE OUT IGNITION SWITCH ON 1997 PONTIAC FIREBIRD. PURCHASED SWITCH FROM PONTIAC DEALERSHIP WITH NEW KEY. HOW EASY IS IT?

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Caution:On models with a Delco Loc 2 or Theftlock audio system be sure the lockout feature is turned off before proceeding

  • Disable the airbag system
  • Remove the tilt lever if equipped
  • Remove the upper and lower steering column covers
Ignition Switch

  • Remove the ignition switch retaining screws
  • Detach the ignition switch from the steering column housing assembly and unplug the electrical connectors
Key Lock Cylinder

  • Turn the key to the run postion
  • Depress the lock button and remove the key lock cylinder

  • matthew holliman Oct 17, 2012

    my ignition wont turn to the acc or the on position

  • matthew holliman Oct 17, 2012

    its a 95 pontiac firebird

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It is easy if you have the tools. you need a steering wheel puller and a spring compressor for the plate under the wheel. a bunch of screws and turn signal switch and hazzard switch you can gain access. Remember everything has to go back where it came from, no exceptions in this case.

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Caution:On models with a Delco Loc 2 or Theftlock audio system be sure the lockout feature is turned off before proceeding

  • Disable the airbag system
  • Remove the tilt lever if equipped
  • Remove the upper and lower steering column covers
Ignition Switch

  • Remove the ignition switch retaining screws
  • Detach the ignition switch from the steering column housing assembly and unplug the electrical connectors
Key Lock Cylinder

  • Turn the key to the run postion
  • Depress the lock button and remove the key lock cylinder

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