GM 26022717 Switch,Ignition Key Alarm

Disconnect the two wiring leads, starting with the one farthest from the steering wheel. Remove the stud and screw securing the switch to the column, and lift off the switch, making sure to pull it up from the column due to the protruding ignition actuator rod.

The activating rod should be installed into the switch, followed by assembling the switch onto the column and tightening the mounting screws.

First, disconnect the negative battery cable and disable the airbag system. - Then, remove the steering wheel and turn signal switch. - Extract the buzzer switch using needle-nose pliers. - Remove the lock cylinder retaining screw. - Pull the lock cylinder straight out of the column. - If equipped with a PASS key security system, detach the PASS key wiring harness and carefully route it. - Insert the new ignition key into the lock cylinder and install it into the column, aligning the tab with the keyway. - Secure the lock cylinder with a retaining screw. - If equipped with the PASS key system, tape the wire terminals to a length of mechanics wire and pull them through the steering column, ensuring proper routing and connection. - Reinstall the remaining components as needed.

The Air Bag system should be disabled before proceeding.

Take out the retaining screw and disconnect the shift indicator cable from the steering column shroud.

Next, detach the Connector Position Assurance (CPA) and disconnect the yellow 2-way connector at the base of the steering column.

Before installing the switch, it should be set to the 'OFF-UNLOCK' position with the gearshift lever in neutral. This involves moving the switch slider two positions to the right from 'ACCESSORY' to 'OFF/UNLOCK', fitting the actuator rod into the slider hole, and assembling it to the steering column using two screws, with only the lower one tightened to 35 in-lb torque.

To work on 1988 through 1994 models when dealing with the instrument cluster trim panel and light switch, start by disconnecting the negative battery cable. For models with a Delco Loc II anti-theft audio system, ensure the lockout feature is off. Remove the instrument cluster trim panel retaining screws, disconnect electrical connectors behind the light switch, and remove the panel. Take out the light switch retaining screws and lift the switch from the trim panel. To reinstall, ensure the grounding ring is in place.

For models from 1977 to 1980, the switch should be set to the 'OFF-UNLOCKED' position before removal.

To remove the headlight dimmer switch on 1988 through 1994 models, you should remove the steering column support bracket bolts and nuts, lower the steering column, disconnect the dimmer switch electrical connector, and remove the retaining bolts.

The steering column must either be removed or lowered and well supported to access the ignition switch.

Before installing the new switch, use a flat-head screwdriver to move the slider inside the switch to the 'Accessory' position on the extreme right, then slide it two detents to the left to the 'off/unlock' position.

Before installing the new switch, use a flat-head screwdriver to move the slider inside the switch to the 'Accessory' position on the extreme right, then slide it two detents to the left to the 'off/unlock' position. This position is necessary for installation.