1996 Pontiac Grand Am ignition lock cylinder replacement

1996 PONTIAC GRAND AM
15,600 MILES • 4 CYL • FWD • AUTOMATIC
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MULEDEER1960
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I need to know the steps required to replace the lock cylinder. The key has been giving me trouble since I purchased the car in 02,now it quit completely.Removed the electrical switch from the back of the cylinder and car will start with screw driver,but stalls,anti theft device kicks in,need to replace cylinder,but not sure where to start. Thanks for any info
Jul 21, 2008 at 3:47 PM
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MERLIN2021
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IGNITION SWITCH Removal & Installation Disable air bag system. Disconnect negative battery cable. Remove steering wheel. .Remove upper and lower column covers. Place shift lever in Park. Turn lock cylinder to OFF-LOCK position. Disconnect ignition switch electrical connector. Remove ignition switch.


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Jul 31, 2019 at 9:51 AM
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MULEDEER1960
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So what is the correct way to turn off this system? I,m just a farmer with spare time,no airbags on tractors,,lol
Jul 31, 2019 at 9:51 AM
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MERLIN2021
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Just remove the negative(-) battery cable, and wait 2-3 minutes...
Jul 31, 2019 at 9:51 AM
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