Bolt head is rounded on the ignition coil between the posts, how do I get it out?

1996 OLDSMOBILE CIERA
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NATE_81
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I am trying to change the ignition control module on my 1996 Olds Ciera with a 2.2 inline 4. I was able to get the first 3 bolts out but the last one is rounded. It was rounded be for I got the car. How can I get it out so I can finish changing out the part?
Jan 15, 2012 at 5:05 PM
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SATURNTECH9
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Depending on how much room you have craftsman has bolt out sockets for that so does kd tools.Even harbor frieght has sockets for removing rounded bolts.
Jan 15, 2012 at 5:16 PM
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