Ignition removal process for 1984 chevy 1/2 ton

This Outlines Removal Of Both LOCK CYLINDER<< Mechanical)) And The Ignition SWITCH ITSELF<< ELECTRICAL))

1. Remove steering wheel as outlined previously.
2. Remove turn signal switch as outlined in ``Turn Signal Switch, Replace'' procedure.
3. Place ignition switch in ``Run'' position, then remove lock cylinder retaining screw and lock cylinder.
4. To install, rotate lock cylinder to stop, while holding housing as shown, Fig. 6. Align cylinder key with keyway in housing, then push lock cylinder assembly into housing until fully seated.
5. Install lock cylinder retaining screw. Torque screw to 40 inch lbs. for standard columns, or 22 inch lbs. for adjustable columns.
6. Install buzzer switch, turn signal switch and steering wheel

1. Disconnect battery ground cable.
2. Disconnect and lower steering column. On some models, it may be necessary to remove the upper column mounting bracket if it hinders servicing of switch. Use extreme care when lowering steering column to prevent damage to column assembly. Only lower steering column a sufficient distance to perform ignition switch service.
3. On Caballero and El Camino, rotate ignition lock to ``Off'' unlocked position.
4. On C, K, R and V models, rotate ignition lock to ``Off'' locked position.
5. If lock cylinder has been removed, pull switch actuator rod up to stop, then pushrod down to second (Caballero or El Camino) or first (C, K, R and V models) detent as shown, Fig. 7.
6. Remove column mounted dimmer switch, if equipped, then remove switch retaining screws and switch.
7. Reverse procedure to install, noting the following:

1. Place gear shift lever in neutral.
2. Place lock cylinder and switch in positions noted in steps 3 and 4.
3. Fit actuator rod into hole in switch slider and secure switch with retaining screws, ensuring switch does not move out of detent.
4. Install and adjust dimmer switch, if equipped, as outlined in ``Column Mounted Dimmer Switch, Replace'' procedure.
5. Torque retaining screws to 35 inch lbs., then check switch operation.