Put the key in the ignition and keep slight pressure towards the "on" position. Turn the wheel right/left until the key clicks to the "on" position.
im not sure it can be done unless you take the column apart.
The 1999 Chevrolet Cavalier OBD 2 port is under driver side dash below steering column
When the headlight switch fails, you'll need to replace the entire combination switch. Here is the procedure to replace the headlight switch on your Chevy Cavalier: 1) Unscrew the screws on the bottom and top of the steering wheel column cover, using a screwdriver and pull the bottom and top of the steering wheel column cover forward and down to remove it. 2) Unscrew the two screws that hold the headlight switch to the steering column. Pull the headlight switch off the steering column. Unplug the electrical connector running to the headlight switch. 3) Connect the electrical connector to the new headlight switch and secure the headlight switch to the steering column using the factory mounting screws and a cross-point screwdriver. Reassemble the steering column cover.
Overload or dead short in either one of the fixtures (remove bulb and check sockets one at a time) or in steering column
drop the steering column, remove entire dashboard.
Your battery is about dead .
To change the ignition switch in a 1999 Chevy Cavalier, first disconnect the negative battery cable to avoid any electrical issues. Remove the steering column covers by taking out the screws, then locate the ignition switch mounted on the steering column. Disconnect the wiring harness, remove the mounting screws, and replace the old switch with the new one. Reassemble the column, reconnect the battery, and test the new ignition switch to ensure it works properly.
Under the dash to the right of the steering column.
The latch is at the bottom of the steering column.
Could be steering rack is worn and needs replacement
you need to replace the clockspring in the steering column
more than likely in steering column