1992 BUICK LA SABRE, PROBLEM AS FOLLOWS WE HAVE POWER TO THE BOTTOM OF THE STEERING COLUMN FROM IGNITION KEY SWITCH, BUT NO POWER FROM THE SWITCHES AT BOTTOM OF COLUMN TO STARTER SOLENOID, WE'VE TRIED TO JUMP THE STARTER SOLENOID IT WILL START FOR A FEW SECONDS THEN IT SHUTS DOWN AGAIN ? WITH KEY ON THE LIGHTS,RADIO AND ALL OTHER INSIDE ELECTRICAL WORKS. HELP ME PLEASE ALREADY SPENT $300.00 WITH A MECHANIC SHOP THEY FINALLY GAVE UP. THE MECHANIC WAS ONLY 22 YRS OLD BUT HE HAS FIXED MANY OTHER VEHICLES FOR ME IN THE PAST JUST FINE !!!! THANKS, FOR ANY HELP AT ALL GEORGE

Sure. Anything is possible with a rocker switch and wiring. You would need to secure the swich with an external clamp to the top of the column.

Yes it is down on the bottom of the steering column under the dash and it is actuated by a long steel rod from the lock cylinder.

Hi, Check Battery and connections. Check for short in wiring. Also check computer codes you will need a code scanner for that. If you can not get it fixed go to a mechanic.

Sounds like the ignition switch has gone kaput. The ignition switch come in two pieces, an electrical switch and a mechanical switch.

The switch electrical portion can be replaced separatly from the mechanical portion (tumbler that the key engages). It is not a real difficult repair but requires some mechanical knowlege of how the column is assembled.

This can be verified with electrical test equipment prior to buying a new electrical switch.

The ignition key cylinder in a Buick unlocks the ignition and allows the Buick's engine to start. The cylinder contains a switch on the end of it (inside the cylinder) that sends an electric signal to the starter motor. When the ignition key cylinder fails, the Buick won't start. When this happens, you'll need a new ignition cylinder. Purchase replacement cylinders from Buick.
Difficulty: Moderately Easy
Things You'll Need:

• Ignition key
• Punch pin
• Cross-point screwdriver

1. 1 Remove the screws on the bottom of the steering column on your Buick. These screws hold the steering column cover on. You may need to tilt the steering wheel to its highest position to access these screws.
   
2. 2 Turn the ignition key to the "II" position in the ignition cylinder.
   
3. 3 Slide the punch pin into the access slot on the bottom of the ignition cylinder.
   
4. 4 Push the pin all the way into the access slot while you pull the ignition cylinder out of the steering column.
   
5. 5 Insert the new ignition cylinder into the steering column with the key in the "II" position on the cylinder.
   
6. 6 Push the cylinder into the column until it "clicks," indicating that it is locked into the column.
   
7. 7 Turn the ignition key to the "Off" position.
   

Hi!!

The ignition switch is usually mounted to the steering column and is operated by a linkage rod.

NOTE
On column-mounted ignition switches, don't confuse the switch with the lock cylinder and keys. The ignition switch is not normally visible.
On some vehicles, the steering column support has to be removed and the column lowered to find the ignition switch. On others, the switch is accessible under the dash



The ignition switch is operated by the key switch.

To replace the switch:

• Remove the ignition switch wiring harness.
• Unbolt it from its position.
• Bolt the new switch into position.
• Attach the witing harness.

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Hello! Disconnect +battery cable...Remove tilt lever...Remove 3 Torx column cover attaching screws...Then the upper and lower column column covers...Using a Torx with a security tip (also called tamper proof tip) #440-tx20H... Remove 3 ignition switch mounting screws...Carefully pull switch away from column...Release 2 connector locks on 7 terminal wiring connector...Then disconnect from ignition switch...Release connection lock on 4 terminal connector...Then disconnect from ignition switch.

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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).

Ignition Switch REMOVAL & INSTALLATION The ignition switch is located at the bottom of the ignition key cylinder body. To remove the ignition switch, first remove the ignition lock cylinder.

1993–99 Golf and Jetta

1. Disconnect the negative battery cable.
2. Center the steering wheel.
3. Remove the air bag.
4. Remove the steering column switches.
5. If the vehicle is equipped with an automatic transmission, detach the shift lock cable from the lock cylinder housing.
6. Remove the adapter sleeve from the steering column.
7. Remove the spring and horn contact ring from the steering column assembly.
8. Detach the sheer bolt.
9. Insert the ignition key and unlock the cylinder, then detach the wiring connectors.
10. Once all wiring has been detached, slide the housing off the steering column.
11. Mark and drill the lock cylinder as shown and described in the above procedure.
12. Compress the stop spring and pull the lock cylinder out of the steering column housing.
13. Put the new lock cylinder into the steering lock housing.
14. Insert the key into the lock cylinder.
15. While you gently turn the key, insert the lock cylinder fully into the housing.
16. The rest of the installation procedure is the reverse of removal. NOTE: Always use a new shear pin when installing the lock cylinder.
    

the ignition switch is an electrical part. The lock cylinder is whre the key goes and it activates the ignition switch. If you pulled the lock cylinder out, you could operate the car with a screwdriver.
Either you have damaged the ignition switch where the lock cylinder goes into it, or the lock cylinder is damaged where it fits into the ignition switch.

this is 96 taurus, don't have 92 sorry

Section 11-05: Steering Column Switches 1996 Taurus, Sable Workshop Manual
REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION Ignition Switch Removal

1. Disconnect battery ground cable (14301).
   

1. Remove lower instrument panel steering column cover (04459).
   

1. Rotate ignition switch lock cylinder (11582) to the RUN position.
   

1. Disconnect the ignition switch electrical connector.
   

1. Remove the two screws retaining ignition switch (11572).
   

1. Disengage the ignition switch from the actuator.
   

Installation

1. NOTE: A new replacement ignition switch assembly will be set in the RUN position as received.
   
   Adjust the ignition switch by sliding the carrier to the ignition switch RUN position.
   

1. Make sure 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 pin 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 lower instrument panel steering column cover with screws.
   

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Section 11-05: Steering Column Switches 1996 Taurus, Sable Workshop Manual
DESCRIPTION AND OPERATION Ignition Switch The ignition switch (11572), which is mounted on the steering actuator housing (3F723), operates in the following manner:

• The ignition switch is cycled through rotation of the ignition switch lock cylinder (11582) through a pin which is part of the ignition switch.
• The ignition switch lock cylinder also controls the mechanism which provides a positive lock for the transaxle linkage and the steering system.
• The locking mechanism is located in the steering column housing.

The ignition switch lock cylinder positions are:

• ACC
• LOCK
• OFF
• RUN
• START

The key can be removed from the ignition switch lock cylinder with the column-shift transaxle only when the shift lever is in PARK position and the key is in LOCK position.

• The ACC position operates while the steering and transaxle remain locked.
• The engine shuts off when the key is turned to the OFF position without locking the steering or transaxle.

Blade Type
The ignition switch has blade-type terminals that engage with one multiple connector. The multiple connector is secured to the ignition switch by an integral connector fastener.