1998 Chevrolet Cavalier replacing an ignition switch

1998 CHEVROLET CAVALIER
140,000 MILES • 2.2L • 4 CYL • 2WD • AUTOMATIC
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DUDLEYTHUNDER
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I am trying to replace the ignition switch on my 1998 cavalier. The problem is the odd shaped retaining screws. I was able to use needle nose pliers to remove the bottom one but the top one is next to impossible to remove. Is there a special socket needed for this? There in not much room to even get into the space.
Nov 26, 2015 at 10:15 PM
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WRENCHTECH
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Those are tamper resistant bolts. They are probably the type that the head breaks off during installation. You usually have to either cut a groove into the with a cut off wheel or turn them with a center punch.
Nov 27, 2015 at 4:42 AM