You have to remove the steering wheel and the turn signal switch. but move to the side. It should be empty. There should be a screw where the cylinder is. Just unscrew that and the cylinder should slide out. And make sure not to push the shaft where the steering wheel attaches too. Its a pain to get if you push it in.
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There are other concerns....you probably have an airbag in the steering wheel. You MUST disconnect the battery for at least 15 minutes to power down the airbag or it can go off. I usually wait 30 minutes.
You will need a special tool to compress the steering wheel lock plate to remove the snap ring.
You will need a steering wheel puller. Also a Torx drive bit to remove the key cylinder pin/bolt combo.
Just take your time and pay close attention where all the parts go. I wish i could be there to help.. I've done a TON of GM steering columns.
One last thing...NEVER have someone in the drivers seat when you re-connect the battery. If the air bag is going to blow that is the time that it will go.
Best of luck...
Yeah I didnt think of that. Was thinking of an older model truck. Thanks other dude for your input.
1988 gmc safari Steering column switches and ignition key lock cylinder replacement?
The tumblers in the key cylinder have most likely become stuck in the wrong position and you will have to replace the ignition key cylinder.
It would be easier to go to your nearest GM dealer and have them code a new key from the VIN #.
this is caused by ignition lock cylinder failure, you will have to replace the ignition lock cylinder and key.
Go to your GMC dealer they can get one
how to remove key cylinder on 98 sunfire
Usually you have replace the ignition key cylinder.
I broke my key in the ignition and cant get it out. My only option I can see, is to replace to tumbler. How do I remove it?
this site will help
this is for a 2002 doge durango, it must be the sameLOCK CYLINDERREMOVALThe ignition key must be in the key cylinder for cylinder removal.# Disconnect negative cable from battery. # Remove upper and lower covers (shrouds) from steering column. # Place shifter in PARK position.# A retaining pin (Fig. 9) is located at side of key cylinder assembly. # Rotate key to RUN position. # Press in on retaining pin while pulling key cylinder from ignition switch.INSTALLATIONThe ignition key must be in the key cylinder for cylinder installation.# Install the key cylinder into the housing using care to align the end of the key cylinder with the ignition switch. # Push the key cylinder in until it clicks. # Replace the upper and lower shrouds. # Reconnect the battery.
The "halo" is the lighted ring around where the ignition key goes into the key cylinder for the ignition switch.The "halo" is the lighted ring around where the ignition key goes into the key cylinder for the ignition switch.
The ignition switch is immediately behind and attached to the ignition lock cylinder. The ignition lock cylinder is where you place the key to start your vehicle. If you are haveing problems with your vehicle not starting and or turning the key, more than likely you need to replace the ignition lock cylinder. It is common for these to go bad in GM vehicles.