I read the the shop manual on removal, but can't seem to get it out any quick tips would be appreciated, thanks!

 

I have run into the same problem. I posted a more detailed explanation in a thread in Other Forum. The slot I needed to put the thin bladed screwdriver in was covered over by flashing. Follow the screw post down & push lightly, it will expose the real slot. See my other post for more info. Posting from a phone is tuff. Ken

 

Posting the year and model of the car you are asking about would be helpful.

For example, on my '68 Cutlass you need to insert the key and then put a paper clip in a hole on the front of the ignition switch to be able to remove the switch assembly. For other years and/or models there are other methods.

 

What year and model are you working on?

 

i forgot to mention it is a 1967 olds cutlass!

 

SO the big question is do you have a key? It takes the key and a paper clip. put the key in and in the little hole next to the key hole push in a paper clip that has been straigthened out, turn the key to the left kind of past the acc spot and pull. it should come out. If you don't have the key take it to a lock smith or get another ignition switch.

 

That year is a game changer. I was talking about a 71/72 with colunm ignition.

 

thanks for the reply's I was able to remove the lock cylinder, I used a brad nail and pliers to remove. The paper clip would not do it for me, thanks again for the help