Chevy didn't make a 1981 Celebrity
replace the ignition swith. replace the ignition swith.
Mounted in the center of the distributor cap.
Remove the retaining ring at the top of your 1981 Mercedes-Benz ignition switch. The ignition switch will slide out. Remove the wiring harness. Reverse the process to install your new ignition switch.
Depending on what type engine you have, the ignition module may be an integral part of the distributor cap.
Get a manual on your car from the parts store as you have to work with the air bag and can be sccidentally deployed. Also the wiring for the air bag has to be handeled in a certain way. Or take it to a garage. *added information* Note that the Chevy s10 production year starts in 1982. You may have mistaken it as 1981 by the label that states production of it within the factory.
You have to remove the steering wheele to access a Phillips head screww holding the key switch in place. It has a rack and pinon gear on the end which pushes a rod down when the ignition is turned. you have to get this realigned properly to atart the vehicle. So take your time and don't force it.
no ECM's in a 1981
The "Stingray" moniker was not used in 1981.
For all your Volkswagen needs go to:aussieveedubbers.com The Parts Place (http://www.partsplaceinc.com) sells the part you need along with a new set of keys for $20. Look in their online catalog, its on the first page. To replace it, you need to pry off the horn cover, and remove the steering wheel (requires a 24mm ratchet head). Unplug and unscrew the blinker and washer switches. The ignition switch is attached to the housing below that, the housing should come off the steering shaft with a good pull and you can remove the lock cylinder and/or ignition switch form there.
Cylinder nearest the radiator on the front of the engine.
being a 3.8 buick engine it is behind said carb in the intake when replacing it replace rubber grommet as well