Well, here is the book method of ignition switch replacement. It has been a long while since I did this repair and some of these steps may not be necessary...
Ignition Switch
Removal Procedure
Caution: Refer to SIR Handling Caution in Service Precautions.
1. Disable the SIR system. Refer to Disabling the SIR System in Air Bag Systems. 2. Remove the steering column trim covers from the steering column. Refer to Steering Column Trim Cover Replacement - On Vehicle. 3. Disconnect the steering column electrical connectors.
6. Remove the key alarm connector (1) from the lock module assembly (2) in the following way:
6.1. Rotate the key alarm connector (1) 90 degrees. 6.2. Pull the key alarm connector (1) out of the lock module assembly (2). 6.3. Remove the passkey connector from the lock module assembly (2).
2. Install the key alarm connector (1) into the lock module assembly (2).
2.1. Push the key alarm connector (1) into the lock module assembly (2). 2.2. Rotate the key alarm connector (1) 90 degrees so that the key alarm connector (1) locks into place. 2.3. Install the passkey connector into the lock module assembly (2).
7. Connect the steering column electrical connectors to the vehicle. 8. Install the trim covers to the column. Refer to Steering Column Trim Cover Replacement -On Vehicle. 9. Enable the SIR system. Refer to Enabling the SIR System in Air Bag Systems.
