Look under the column, there should be a hole with a recessed release button. Put the key in and turn it back while pressing the release with something small enough to fit in there. I used an awl and it was really easy These instructions actually refer to replacing the Ignition Lock Cylinder. Replacing the actuator usually involoves pulling the steering wheel.
what is an ignition actuator i work on Chevrolet and have never heard of it are you talking about the switch
You do not need a key to replace the ignition switch.
2 screws on the opposite side of ignition unplug the switch dash board cover off
How do you replace the ignition switch on a 2000 ford expedition?
how to replace an ignition switch for 2005 chevy equinox
Replace ignition switch for 1993 buick century?
No, not if it is not defective. If the ignition switch is defective then that is all you need to replace.
Ignition switch 2002 Chrysler sebring. Original key will not turn? Is there a fuse or replace the switch?
remove ignition switch 92es300
How do remove and replace the ignition switch of a 1983 Oldsmobile Regency?
the ignition actuator is broken, you can turn off the "battery power" by the the ignition actuator rod that leads to the ignition switch, it runs along the top of the steering column under the dash, locate it and pull it towards the steering wheel, this should shut off the power. or you can unhook you battery, but either way you will have to replace the actuator.
you unscrew it from the steering colum but the real question is WHERE DO YOU BUY AN "UPPER IGNITION ACTUATOR"?