how to change ingnition switch

[alero03]

whats the easist way to change an ing switch in a 03 alero 2.2(in dash type)

[The_Mechanic_33]

Does the key fit and turn in cylinder?

[alero03]

yup

[The_Mechanic_33]

Pull radio,remove ignition bezel with small screwdriver.
Put key in ignition turn to on position and through radio access use a small screwdriver or drill bit to depress pin in cylinder and use key in aid to pull cylinder out.

[alero03]

does the radio need ''keys'' like a ford does???i havent had achance to look at it yet ive been to frickin busy i just wanna know if i will run into any problems when i do get a chance to work on it...thanks

[The_Mechanic_33]

nope

[The_Mechanic_33]

But relearn procedure must be done.
1- ign on,engine off
2- attempt to start engine then release key to on position
3- observe security light,should be on,after 10 min light will go off
4- turn ignition off wait 5 secs
5- vechicle now redy to learn passcode
6- try to start if it starts,clear codes,if not redo 1-6

[xeroinfinity]

Might check this link out(its for the grand am , exaclty the same part and procedure) it's a little more involved then whats described above.
http://www.automotiveforums.com/vbul...d.php?t=715987

Can be tricky getting the cylinder to release and the cable/wire connectors.

Hope that helps

[alero03]

thanks guys hopfully i will get a chance to dig into that on friday if its not too cold