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1988-1994 Chevrolet Cavalier Ignition Switch (Lock Cylinder Seperate) Replacement

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  1. 1988-1994 Chevrolet Cavalier Ignition Switch (Lock Cylinder Seperate) Replacement, Ignition Switch (Lock Cylinder Seperate): paso 1, imagen 1 de 1
    • Before beginning, ensure that your model does not contain an airbag behind the steering wheel. Then, disconnect your car battery.

    • Pull off your horn button and locate the horn wire. Once found, twist the plastic keeper to remove.

  2. 1988-1994 Chevrolet Cavalier Ignition Switch (Lock Cylinder Seperate) Replacement: paso 2, imagen 1 de 1
    • Locate the six "torx head" screws that hold the steering wheel to the steering wheel hub. Removing the screws is not necessary but will make the job easier.

  3. 1988-1994 Chevrolet Cavalier Ignition Switch (Lock Cylinder Seperate) Replacement: paso 3, imagen 1 de 1
    • Remove the steering shaft nut and pull off the steering hub. A steering wheel puller may be required. Use caution as the steering hub may pop loose. Next, remove the two "torx head" screws behind the steering hub that hold the two plastic covers together.

  4. 1988-1994 Chevrolet Cavalier Ignition Switch (Lock Cylinder Seperate) Replacement: paso 4, imagen 1 de 1
    • Remove the top half of the plastic cover with a strong pull.

  5. 1988-1994 Chevrolet Cavalier Ignition Switch (Lock Cylinder Seperate) Replacement: paso 5, imagen 1 de 1
    • Using locking pliers, unscrew the tilt-adjusting lever. Wrap a shop towel or dish cloth around the lever to prevent scratches.

  6. 1988-1994 Chevrolet Cavalier Ignition Switch (Lock Cylinder Seperate) Replacement: paso 6, imagen 1 de 1
    • Remove the three "torx head" screws to release the plastic cover from the steering column.

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    • Sit in the car facing the steering wheel. Lean to the left to locate the two "torx head" screws on the ignition. Remove these.

  8. 1988-1994 Chevrolet Cavalier Ignition Switch (Lock Cylinder Seperate) Replacement: paso 8, imagen 1 de 1
    • Using a flat head screwdriver, test the new switch. Do so by reconnecting the battery and turning the switch in either direction. The switch should turn smoothly and only kick back to the on position. After testing, disconnect the battery again. Take note of the tab on the case of the switch.

  9. 1988-1994 Chevrolet Cavalier Ignition Switch (Lock Cylinder Seperate) Replacement: paso 9, imagen 1 de 1
    • Tab A goes into slot B, marked in the photo. Also note that just above the red circle is the end of the ignition lock cylinder in the off position. If yours is not in the off position, it should be.

  10. 1988-1994 Chevrolet Cavalier Ignition Switch (Lock Cylinder Seperate) Replacement: paso 10, imagen 1 de 1
    • Repeat the steps in opposite order to put the steering wheel back together.

Conclusión

To reassemble your device, follow these instructions in reverse order.

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How to change out the key switch 94 Cavalier

eddie Richardson - Contestar

Quick and easy fix! Thanks!

Terry Manning - Contestar

Where can get a replacement ignition switch? Do stores carry them??

Forrest Sutton - Contestar

how do you get the switch cylinder out of column

Mark A Branner - Contestar

Hey, I have a 1991 Chevy Cavalier and sometimes the windshield wipers/radio/clock don't work. Does this sound familiar? Trying to understand what parts I may need to order to corect this.

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