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what do i do if my ignition switch is jammed and i can't turn it to the on position to disarm my airbag so i can replace the switch

Submitted: 659 days and 8 hours ago.

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Value: $15

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2000 Chevrolet s10 blazer

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The reason for turning the Steering wheel staight, is to access the rear part of the steering wheel & for a starting point when you put everything back together.
You can mark components as you go also
http://www.justanswer.com/questions/11xya-remove-airbag

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Expert:	Lurch
Pos. Feedback:	99.3 %
Answered:	2/1/2008

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Chevrolet Cert., Heavy Line Mech, Race Shop Owner, Mobile Electronics.

659 days and 8 hours ago.

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Reply to Lurch's Post: the wheel is straight, the switch won't turn at all. can't turn it to on position

659 days and 8 hours ago.

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Relist: I still need help.
my wheels are straight. my ignition switch will not turn at all. i cannot turn it to the on position.

Posted by Lurch 659 days and 8 hours ago.

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If the wheel is straight, then Disconnect the Positive battery cable & follow the instructions for disabling the SIR.
Then remove Steering Wheel

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what do i do if my ignition switch is jammed and i can't turn it to the on position to disarm my airbag so i can replace the switch

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The reason for turning the Steering wheel staight, is to access the rear part of the steering wheel & for a starting point when you put everything back together.You can mark components as you go alsohttp://www.justanswer.com/questions/11xya-remove-airbag

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Reply to Lurch's Post: the wheel is straight, the switch won't turn at all. can't turn it to on position

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Relist: I still need help. my wheels are straight. my ignition switch will not turn at all. i cannot turn it to the on position.

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If the wheel is straight, then Disconnect the Positive battery cable & follow the instructions for disabling the SIR.Then remove Steering Wheel

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2000 Chevrolet s10 blazer

The reason for turning the Steering wheel staight, is to access the rear part of the steering wheel & for a starting point when you put everything back together.
You can mark components as you go also
http://www.justanswer.com/questions/11xya-remove-airbag

Relist: I still need help.
my wheels are straight. my ignition switch will not turn at all. i cannot turn it to the on position.

If the wheel is straight, then Disconnect the Positive battery cable & follow the instructions for disabling the SIR.
Then remove Steering Wheel