How do I change the ignition switch?

1988 CHEVROLET NOVA
200,000 MILES
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HVNBND55
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I put my key in the ignition and it would not turn.
May 12, 2012 at 3:31 PM
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MIKE H R
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Sometimes the steering wheel has to be wiggled to be able to unlock the steering. There should be a small hole by the ignition switch where you put the stick a small allen wrench in hole and turn the ignition switch counter clockwise. the key assembly will come out.
May 12, 2012 at 3:48 PM
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