1988 Chevy S-10 ignition switch

1988 CHEVROLET S-10
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ERICKD
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Electrical problem
1988 Chevy S-10 6 cyl Two Wheel Drive Automatic

how do i install a new ignition switch? the old one is getting hard to turn. if i need to start by pulling the steering wheel do need a special puller?
Mar 5, 2010 at 10:26 AM
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JACOBANDNICKOLAS
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Are you refering to the tumbler or the electrical ignition switch?
Mar 8, 2010 at 4:09 PM
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ERICKD
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it has a lot of miles, dont laff but around 300,000. a motor and trany rebuild its served me very well so. is it probably needs a new tumbler and the switch as well. since i have had the truck the backwards acc key position was never there like its a block or something there. thanks for any advice or help.
Mar 8, 2010 at 6:06 PM
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JACOBANDNICKOLAS
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That is a lot of miles, but I'm not too far behind. AS long as it keeps running, I would rather put a few dollars into to fixing it rather than a car payment.

As far as your question, yes the steering wheel has to come off to access the tumbler. You will need a standard puller to remove it. There is one bolt that holds it on. If you don't have a puller, most parts stores will lend or rent them to you.

Good luck and let me know if you have other questions.

Joe
Mar 8, 2010 at 10:08 PM
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