Is this the Ignition Switch?

[mike171562]

got in my 97 3.8 firebird the other day and turned the key to start and nothing happens, no instruments on the dash would work and no start. I played around with the key a bit and found if i moved the key forward a few times rapidly it would start but died as soon as i let the key roll back in the ignition, I managed to drive it home by holding the key forward slightly in the ignition just enough so it wouldnt engage the starter, if i let tension off the key, the car would die.

From what I am reading this appears to be a bad ignition switch, can anyone confirm this and how much of a bitch is it to replace?

[2002ssslp]

If you are not very good with mechanics and do not have access to a steering wheel puller I would have a shop do the work. I think it is not too hard to do but you will need special tools.

[mike171562]

Im pretty sure I can do it myself, I just want to be sure thats where the problem is

[2002ssslp]

Im pretty sure I can do it myself, I just want to be sure thats where the problem is

I am almost positive that is your problem. It is also not too expensive. God luck.

[mike171562]

thx, thats what i wanted to hear