How to replace ignition switch under dash - 1992 Chevrolet K1500

most likely is ignition switch. it is adjustable. under the dash on the steering column there are two bolts that holt a square box onto the column. that is the ignition switch. may need to be slid down towrds the pedals. can be aggravating trying to fine adjust it. if that doesnt work, replace it. about 25$

There is an Ignition switch that is located under the dash. On the other hand if your referring to where the ignition key goes in then this part is called an ignition cylinder. If it is the ignition cylinder (or tumbler) then yes the steering wheel must be removed to replace this and you will need special tools to do it. I would not suggest doing this yourself with no experience as there are lots of small pieces and parts in there. The ingition switch is located under the dash on the steering column and has a wire harness attached to it with numerouse wires. This is replaced by removing 2 small bolts and unplugging it. There is a rod running down the column that goes into a slot on the back side of the ignition switch. It must be placed in the hole where the old old was and then the switch may need adjusting forward or back to properly work.
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the ignition switch is located under the dash on the steering column and is simple....
disconnect connector, remove to screws and replace switch

if however, you mean the ignition tumbler, the place where you put the key, then it a lot tougher

The ignition switch is usually mounted to the steering column and is operated by a linkage rod.

NOTE On column-mounted ignition switches, don't confuse the switch with the lock cylinder and keys. The ignition switch is not normally visible. On some vehicles, the steering column support has to be removed and the column lowered to find the ignition switch. On others, the switch is accessible under the dash.



The ignition switch is operated by the key switch. Courtesy of Ford Motor Company. To replace the switch:

• Remove the ignition switch wiring harness.
• Unbolt it from its position.
• Bolt the new switch into position.
• Attach the witing harness.

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Starter ignition switch may have gone bad under the steering coluum

The ignition switch is usually mounted to the steering column and is operated by a linkage rod.
NOTE On column-mounted ignition switches, don't confuse the switch with the lock cylinder and keys. The ignition switch is not normally visible. On some vehicles, the steering column support has to be removed and the column lowered to find the ignition switch. On others, the switch is accessible under the dash.
The ignition switch is operated by the key switch. Courtesy of Ford Motor Company. To replace the switch:

• Remove the ignition switch wiring harness.
• Unbolt it from its position.
• Bolt the new switch into position.
• Attach the witing harness.

well you kn ow the b*tch likes to **** no seriously though try moving the stearing wheel left and right

Have u checked the actuator linkage from the ignition lock cylinder down to the ignition switch on top of the steering column near the bottom under the dash? de-trim the steering column, there are four screws that hold the 2 halves of the cover on the column u access them from the lower cover, feel for the access holes with your finger, then u must drop the column down from the dash connection/support by removing the support screws to the column under the dash, they are 15mm, the cover screws i mentioned are Phillips head.

most probable cause could be a faulty ignition switch. Does the lights on the dash come on when you turn the key to the on position ? Do they turn off when you turn the car to the start and are about to crank the engine ? If that does not happen you will have to replace the Ignition switch. They don't have a fuse for the dash lights.

you need to replace the electrical part of switch?If os it is down on column under dash will be two bolts holding on with the dimmer switch also