1998 Chevy Malibu IGNITION SWITCH

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LHCRAWFORD
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  • 1998 CHEVROLET MALIBU
  • 6 CYL
  • FWD
  • AUTOMATIC
  • 108,000 MILES
Best way to remove and replace ignition switch
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Thursday, July 29th, 2010 AT 5:00 PM

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If equipped, disable the SIR system as outlined in. Disconnect the negative battery cable.
Remove the ignition switch trim ring (bezel) by gently prying it out from the lock cylinder with a small suitable prytool.
Remove the trim plate by gently prying around the edges with a small suitable prytool.
Remove the tilt lever (if equipped) by pulling it firmly out from the steering column
Snap off the upper steering column cover by gently prying between it and the bottom cover.
Remove the lower steering column cover screws and lower the steering column cover.
If necessary, remove the instrument panel cluster trim plate.
Remove the two ignition switch bolts.
Detach the two electrical connectors.
Disconnect the ignition lock cable from the ignition switch.
Remove the ignition switch from the vehicle.

To install:

Insert the key into the ignition switch cylinder and rotate it into the RUN position.
Press the cylinder release plunger located at the four o'clock position on the ignition switch.
Use the key in order to pull the cylinder from the ignition switch.
Assemble the cylinder into the ignition switch.
Verify the engagement and operation of the cylinder using the key.
The remainder of installation is the reverse of the removal procedure.
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