How to gain access to ignition switch?

BOB%

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1994 GMC SAFARI
4.3L
6 CYL
4WD
AUTOMATIC
100,000 MILES

I cannot get the steering column to lower (I have removed all bolts), so I can remove and replace the ignition switch. Why doesn't the steering column lower?

Tuesday, April 25th, 2023 AT 9:00 AM

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JACOBANDNICKOLAS

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Hi,

Are you replacing the ignition key lock cylinder, or the ignition switch itself? Also, you indicated removing all bolts.

Take a look at the pic below. Did you remove all of the highlighted retainers? Also, I need to know if this has a tilt wheel or not.

Let me know.

Joe

See pic below.

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Tuesday, April 25th, 2023 AT 7:36 PM

BOB%

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I never removed the cover screws. On regular cars just removing the bolts would lower the steering column. I'll try #6(Drawing) bolt removal. I got to replace the Main Switch which is on the column itself. Thank you for the prompt and useful message. BOB.

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Wednesday, April 26th, 2023 AT 9:58 AM

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