Desperately need rod from ignition switch to key.

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switch without removing the switch??? Maybe just loosening it???

Gotta struggle with it tomorrow.
 

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Iirc, you have to loosen it a lot.
 

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Rod pops out of ignition switch when key turned to accessory.

Help, Please.
 

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Something must be bent? The switch must sit flat and parallel to the column so the rod will stay seated.
 

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I'm guessing the rod. Gotta check the parts truck. Steering column was pretty messed up though.

Just checked. no rod.

Gotta find a new one.
 
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Seems like it's an assembly.

Switch rod and rack assembly

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Found one on Amazon. They got 3 left.
 

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Something must be bent? The switch must sit flat and parallel to the column so the rod will stay seated.

I agree this .

Bend that baby flat, save time and trouble.

Column has to be disassembled to replace.
 

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Mine is bent to ****.
 

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