How do you replace the ignition switch on a 1985 Chevy truck?

Answer 1

you pull the steering wheel off and underneath you will see a hole with a pin in it. turn your switch to the run position and push the pin up and it should come out

I have a 83 f-150 and replaced all the keys in it. There is a pin below the ign switch you knock out then pull out the key switch. let me know if it helped!

Answer 2

There is a small hole right under your ignition in the steering column housing. You can feel it it's right in line with the center of your key. There's a little pin that comes out of your ignition lock assy that snaps down into the hole in the housing preventing the lock assy from sliding back out. You need to turn the ignition to the on position and push up into the hole with a pick or a finishing nail or a paper clip or a pin (you get the idea) then the ignition should wiggle out. Sometime the end of this assembly is broken off and all you have to fish it out and buy a new ignition. sometimes the pushrod has come unhooked from the bottom end of the steering column. I had the latter happen and I could start it if I held the key on start and pushed the tilt all the way up. If the key just turns freely it's probably the tab. Good luck. y'huck y'huck

Answer 3

The ignition switch is usually mounted to the steering column and is operated by a linkage rod.

NOTE

On column-mounted ignition switches, don't confuse the switch with the lock cylinder and keys. The ignition switch is not normally visible.

On some vehicles, the steering column support has to be removed and the column lowered to find the ignition switch. On others, the switch is accessible under the dash.

The ignition switch is operated by the key switch. Courtesy of Ford Motor Company.

To replace the switch:

• Remove the ignition switch wiring harness.
• Unbolt it from its position.
• Bolt the new switch into position.
• Attach the witing harness.

Answer 4

Remove the retaining ring at the top of your 1986 Ford 350 ignition switch. Slide the ignition switch out and remove the wiring harness. Reverse the process to install the new ignition switch.

Answer 5

1999 - 2003 Vehicles To Remove: # Before servicing the vehicle, refer to the precautions at the beginning of this section. # Remove or disconnect the following: #* Negative battery cable #* Instrument panel steering column cover #* Ignition switch electrical connector and the bolt #* Screws and ignition switch To Install: # Install or connect the following: #* Ignition switch and screws #*# Torque to: 47-64 inch lbs. (5.3-7.2 Nm) #* Ignition switch electrical connector with the screws #*# Torque to: 7-10 inch lbs. (0.8-1.2 Nm) #* Instrument panel steering column cover #* Negative battery cable http://www.freeautomechanic.com

Answer 6

1. Disconnect the battery.

2. Pull the steering wheel. To do that you'll need to remove the horn button, usually just two screws on the back of the steering wheel. Remove the single large nut that holds the steering wheel onto the column. You'll need to use a steering wheel puller to remove the steering wheel from the splined shaft. BEFORE YOU REMOVE THE STEERING WHEEL NOTE OR EVEN MARK THE POSITION OF THE WHEEL ON THE SHAFT. IT HAS TO GO BACK THE SAME WAY!!!

3. You may have a dust cover or other plates covering the turn signal mechanism, but you should be able to figure that part out. They're all a little different.

4. There will be a couple screws that hold the keyswitch tumblers into place, pull the screws and the tumbler assembly should be relatively easy to remove.

Answer 7

Replacing the ignition switch actuator on a 1988 Ford f150 is a complicated and multi-step process. First, remove the necessary panels to gain access to the steering column. Second, remove the screws and bolts holding the steering column to the dash. Third, locate the ignition switch and remove the actuator rod, replacing it with a new one. Re-attach everything to the dash and replace the panels. If this does not work, or seems too confusing, it may be in one's best interest to seek out a professional mechanic.

Answer 8

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