How do I remove the ignition switch? - 1998 Cadillac Seville

1999 Oldsmobile Intrigue

IGNITION SWITCH AND LOCK CYLINDER REPLACEMENT

1. Disconnect battery
2. Disable Supplemental Restraint System (Airbags)
3. Remove traction control switch from rear of center console plate
4. Open console lid and remove screws at front of console
5. Pull console plate up to release clips and slide over shifter
6. Pull rearward to release clips retaining instrument panel accessory trim plate to instrument panel
7. Remove screws attaching radio to instrument panel
8. Disconnect electrical connectors and remove radio
9. Take down instrument panel hush panels and disconnect courtesy lights. Remove hush panels
10. Remove knee bolster and knee bolster bracket from driver's side below steering column
11. Remove screws from IPC trim plate
12. Pull out instrument panel cluster trim plate to release from retainers
13. Remove trip odometer and reset switch from IPC trim plate
14. Remove IPC trim plate
15. Remove screws from IPC and pull IPC out
16. Disconnect electrical connectors from IPC and remove IPC from the instrument panel
17. Disconnect ignition switch connectors
18. Turn ignition switch to the ACC position and remove park lock cable from ignition switch
19. Turn ignition switch to ON position
20. Depress and hold locking tab on right side of ignition switch with a small, flat-bladed screwdriver and pull ignition lock cylinder from ignition switch
21. Remove ignition switch bezel from ignition lock cylinder
22. Remove screws attaching ignition switch to bracket
23. Remove ignition switch through the IPC opening
24. To install, reverse procedure

This is not an easy repair due to anit theft requirements. need to chisel off bolts.

Section 11-04: Steering Column 1997 Probe Workshop Manual REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION Procedure revision date: 05/17/2000
Ignition Switch Lock Cylinder Removal

1. Remove the steering wheel (3600). Refer to the procedure in this section.
   

1. Remove the four lower steering column shroud screws.
   
   
   
   
   

1. Separate the upper and lower steering column shrouds.
   

1. Remove the ignition switch lock cylinder illumination miniature bulb from the lower steering column shroud.
   

1. Remove the upper and lower steering column shrouds.
   

1. Remove the multi-function switch (13K359). Refer to Section 11-05 for the removal and installation procedure.
   

1. If equipped, remove the ignition/shifter interlock cable screw.
   

1. Disconnect the ignition/shifter interlock cable (3F719) from ignition switch lock cylinder (11582).
   

1. Use a chisel to remove the two ignition switch lock cylinder bolts.
   

1. Remove the ignition switch lock cylinder from the steering column.
   

1. Disconnect the ignition key reminder switch electrical connector.
   

1. If necessary, remove the ignition key reminder switch.
   
   
   
   
   

Installation
NOTE: Use new ignition switch lock cylinder bolts. Tighten the bolts until the bolt heads break off. Check for proper ignition switch (11572) operation.

To install, reverse the removal procedure.

Removal & Installation

1. Disconnect the negative battery cable. Remove the upper steering column shroud by removing the self-tapping screws.
   
2. Unfasten the four bolts retaining the lower steering column shroud, then remove the shroud.
   
3. Remove the lock screw, and detach the ignition switch electrical connector.
   
4. Rotate the ignition switch lock cylinder to the RUN position.
   
5. Remove the two screws retaining the ignition switch, and disengage the ignition switch from the actuator.
   

To install:

NOTE A new replacement switch will be set in the RUN position as received.

1. Adjust the ignition switch by sliding the carrier to the ignition switch run position.
   
2. Check to make sure the ignition switch lock cylinder is in the RUN position. The RUN position is achieved by rotating the ignition switch lock approximately 90 degrees from the LOCK position.
   
3. Install the ignition switch assembly into the column actuator hole. It may be necessary to move the ignition switch slightly back and forth to align the ignition switch mounting holes with the lock cylinder housing threaded holes.
   
4. Install the retaining screws and tighten to 53–71 inch lbs. (6–8 Nm).
   
5. Attach the electrical connector to the ignition switch. Tighten the lock screw to 7–11.5 inch lbs. (0.8–1.3 Nm).
   
6. Connect the negative battery cable. Check the ignition switch for proper function, including the START and ACC positions. Also, make sure the column is in the LOCK position.
   
7. Install the upper and lower steering column steering shrouds.
   

this is the oldest info I have. should be similar

Section 11-05: Steering Column Switches 1994 Town Car, Crown Victoria/Grand Marquis. Workshop Manual
REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION Ignition Switch Removal

1. Disconnect battery ground cable. Remove the upper steering column shroud by removing the four or five self-tapping screws. Remove tilt steering column lock lever (if so equipped).

1. Remove lower steering column shroud.

1. Disconnect the ignition switch electrical connector.

1. Rotate ignition switch lock cylinder to the RUN position.

1. Remove the two screws retaining ignition switch.

1. Disengage the ignition switch from the actuator.

Installation
NOTE: A new replacement ignition switch assembly will be set in the RUN position as received.

1. Adjust the ignition switch by sliding the carrier to the ignition switch RUN position.

1. Check to ensure that the ignition switch lock cylinder is in the RUN position. The RUN position is achieved by rotating the ignition switch lock cylinder approximately 90 degrees from the LOCK position.

1. Install the ignition switch into the actuator. It may be necessary to move the ignition switch slightly back and forth to align the ignition switch mounting holes with the lock cylinder housing threaded holes.

1. Install retaining screws. Tighten to 5.6-7.9 Nm (50-69 lb-in).

1. Connect electrical connector to ignition switch.

1. Connect battery ground cable. Check ignition switch for proper function, including START and ACC positions. Also, make certain that the column is in the LOCK position.

1. Install upper steering column shroud.

1. Install the lower steering column shroud and tilt steering column lock lever (if so equipped).

what year?

1999 electrcial ign switch. Lock cylinder is different

211-05: Steering Column Switches 1999 Town Car Workshop Manual
REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION Ignition Switch Removal

1. Disconnect the battery ground cable. For additional information, refer to Section 414-01 .

1. Position the LH instrument panel insulator aside.
   1. Remove the pin-type retainers.
   1. Position the insulator.

1. Remove the LH instrument panel insulator.
   1. Disconnect the courtesy lamp.
   1. Remove the insulator.

1. Remove the lower instrument panel steering column opening cover.
   • Remove the screws.
   • Unhook the parking brake release handle and position aside.
   • Remove the cover.

1. Remove the five bolts to remove the instrument panel steering column opening cover reinforcement.

1. Disconnect the ignition switch electrical connector.
   1. Loosen the bolt.
   1. Disconnect the electrical connector.

1. NOTE: The ignition key should be in the OFF position.
   Remove the ignition switch.
   1. Remove the bolts.
   1. Remove the switch.

---------------------
SECTION 211-04: Steering Column 1999 Town Car Workshop Manual
REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION Ignition Switch Lock Cylinder —Functional Lock Cylinder Removal

1. Disconnect the battery ground cable; for additional information, refer to Section 414-01 .

1. Remove the ignition switch lock cylinder (11582).
   1. Insert the ignition key and turn to the RUN position.
   1. Press the ignition switch lock cylinder release pin while pulling out the ignition switch lock cylinder.

lock cylinder removal

Section 11-04: Steering Column 1996 Escort, Tracer Workshop Manual
REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION Ignition Switch Lock Cylinder Removal

1. WARNING: THE ELECTRICAL CIRCUIT NECESSARY FOR DRIVER SIDE AIR BAG MODULE DEPLOYMENT IS POWERED DIRECTLY FROM THE BATTERY. TO AVOID ACCIDENTAL DEPLOYMENT AND POSSIBLE PERSONAL INJURY, THE BATTERY GROUND CABLE MUST BE DISCONNECTED PRIOR TO SERVICING OR REPLACING ANY DRIVER SIDE AIR BAG MODULE SYSTEM COMPONENTS.
   Remove the steering wheel (3600). Refer to the procedure in this section.
   

1. Remove the multi-function switch (13K359). Refer to Section 11-05 for the removal procedure.
   

1. Disconnect the ignition switch electrical connector.
   

1. Remove the ignition/shifter interlock cable mounting bracket bolt and position the ignition/shifter interlock cable mounting bracket and the ignition/shifter interlock cable (3F719) aside.
   
   
   
   
   

1. Remove the four steering column upper mounting bracket bolts and lower the steering column (3C529).
   

1. Use a hammer and chisel to make a groove in the head of each of the two ignition switch lock cylinder bracket bolts.
   
   
   
   
   

1. Remove the two ignition switch lock cylinder bracket bolts with a screwdriver and discard the bolts.
   
   
   
   
   

1. Remove the ignition switch lock cylinder and the ignition switch lock cylinder bracket.
   

Installation

1. Position the ignition switch lock cylinder and bracket and install two new bolts, tightening them only enough to hold the ignition switch lock cylinder in position.
   

1. With the key in the ignition, verify the operation of the ignition switch lock cylinder. If necessary, reposition the ignition switch lock cylinder until it operates properly.
   

1. Tighten the ignition switch lock cylinder bracket bolts until the bolt heads break off.
   

1. Position the steering column and install the four steering column upper mounting bracket bolts. Tighten the steering column upper mounting bracket bolts to 9-14 Nm (80-124 lb-in).
   

1. On vehicles equipped with tilt column, remove the upper mounting bracket retaining pin.
   

1. Position the ignition/shifter interlock cable mounting bracket and install the bolt. Tighten the ignition/shifter interlock cable mounting bracket bolt to 4-6 Nm (35-53 lb-in).
   

1. Connect the ignition switch electrical connector.
   

1. Install the multi-function switch. Refer to Section 11-05 for the installation procedure.
   

1. Install the steering wheel. Refer to the procedure in this section.
   

1. Inspect the shift interlock system. Refer to Section 07-05 for the procedure.
   

The "SPRING-BACK" Action is Originated in the Ignition Switch itself (THE ELECTRICAL SWITCH) I think that is where you should Look. On these models, the ignition lock and ignition switch are removed as an assembly. Refer to IGNITION LOCK .
Disable airbag, refer to Air Bags and Seat Belts/Air Bags (Supplemental Restraint Systems)/Service and Repair . After procedure has been completed, rearm airbag system.

On these models, the ignition lock and ignition switch are removed as an assembly.

1. Disconnect battery ground cable.
2. Remove tilt lever.
3. Remove three Torx column cover attaching screws, then the upper and lower column covers.
4. Using tamper proof Torx bit tool No. 440-TX20H or equivalent, remove three ignition switch mounting screws.
5. Carefully pull switch away from column. Release two connector locks on seven terminal wiring connector, then disconnect from ignition switch.
6. Release connector lock on four terminal connector, then disconnect from ignition switch.
7. Remove ignition lock from ignition switch as follows:

1. With key inserted and switch in Lock position, use a small screwdriver to depress ignition lock retaining pin flush with lock cylinder surface.
2. Rotate key clockwise to Off position. Ignition lock should now be unseated from ignition switch assembly. Do not attempt to remove ignition lock at this time.
3. With ignition lock in unseated position (lock bezel approximately 1/8 inch above halo light ring), rotate key counterclockwise to Lock position, then remove key.
4. Remove ignition lock from ignition switch.

1. Reverse procedure to install, noting the following:

1. Connect two wiring connectors to ignition switch. Ensure switch locking tabs are fully seated in connectors.
2. Install ignition switch on steering column.
3. On column shift models, shift lever must be in P position and park lock dowel pin on ignition switch assembly must engage with column park lock slider linkage.
4. On all models, verify ignition switch is in Lock position (flag parallel with ignition switch terminals).
5. Apply a dab of suitable grease to flag and pin, then position park lock link and slider to mid-travel.
6. Position ignition switch against lock housing face. Ensure pin is inserted into park link contour slot.
7. Install ignition switch retaining screws and torque to 12-22 lb-in .
8. With ignition lock and switch in Lock position, insert ignition lock into ignition switch until it bottoms.
9. Insert key, then while carefully pushing ignition lock toward ignition switch, turn key clockwise to Run position.
10. Check for proper operation on ignition switch in all positions.

FOR PICTURES EMAIL ME AT MY NICKNAME HERE ON FIXYA @AOL.COM

1. Remove the turn signal and windshield wiper switch.
2. Disconnect the ignition switch electrical connector.
3. Remove the two ignition key reminder switch screws.
4. Remove the ignition switch screws and remove the ignition switch.

Installation

To install, reverse the removal procedure. Check for proper operation of the ignition switch.