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Old 10-31-2009, 10:17 AM   #11
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Is there a special tool to remove the 2 screws from the switch or do you have to drill them out?
get you a set of star bits with the hole in the middle of them
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Old 10-31-2009, 10:40 AM   #12
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i replaced both of those in my stang i didnt need any special tools just screwdriver ratchet and some sockets and i cant remember but i think i used some tork drivers, its a 20minute job at tops just make sure you got the right part look for one under your steering column that looks like the part you just bought unplug it take the screws out and take it out replace put all back together and done
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Old 10-31-2009, 12:47 PM   #13
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I replaced the ignition switch and the problem is gone!! The old switch actually fell apart when i removed it. I bought a set of the star torx bits with the hole in the center for removal, the one needed was the T-27...Thanks for the help everyone!!
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