Ignition Switch
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 1997 Pontiac Bonneville, 1997 Oldsmobile Regency, 1997 Oldsmobile LSS, 1997 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight, and 1997 Buick LeSabre. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
CAUTION:
New ignition switch is pinned in OFF-LOCK position. Plastic pin must be removed before operating switch.
- Set key lock cylinder in OFF-LOCK position. On fixed column, set ignition switch slider (where actuator rod connects to switch) to OFF-LOCK position by moving slider as far left as possible, and then one detent to right. See Fig 1.
- On tilt column, set ignition switch slider (where actuator rod connects to switch) to OFF-LOCK position by moving slider to right as far as possible, and then one detent to left. See Fig 1.
- Install switch. Tighten switch screws to 35 INCH lbs. (4 N.m). Ensure ignition switch functions properly with lock cylinder in all positions.