I'd say the only issue would be Air bags, since don't all SC have Cruise and tilt.
There is a recall on the ignition switch by the way.The rod that connect through the column to the ignition switch is broken. is there a right up with nice pictures that show how to replace the rod? I have some repair folks telling me the $14.00 rod will cost anywhere from 160-320 to replace.
There is a recall on the ignition switch by the way.
I don't know of a write-up, but it should be dirt-simple to replace the rod. A FSM would be helpful, but probably not necessary. Just pull the column shroud pieces off to expose the switch, rod and key cylinder. You'll probably need to remove the key cylinder and the ignition switch. The rod removal should be fairly self-evident.
I've never specifically replaced the rod myself, but have had switches and cylinders out. I'll bet this is an under-an-hour job. I think the only somewhat special tool needed is a safety-Torx bit to remove the bolts holding the ignition switch.
Worst-case; hit the Pick-N-Pull for an entire column assembly, and just swap your key cylinder. Would probably cost a fraction of what they're estimating for the rod replacement.
Good Luck,
JD
I dont think there are any write ups on this. Get you a factory service manual. It will have the blow-up of what is going on. Cant really describe for you how to do it. It is pretty involved. Just a lot of parts. If you have no confidence in this. Do like you said and go buy a junkyard column. That will be the easiest for you....
+1 ... This job is essentially simple, but is also a pain in the butt. I would agree, it'll probably take 4 hours. You need to get the column out, split the upper and lower halves (watch out for the spring tension, an extra pair of hands would be nice), remove some E-clips or snap rings, and make your way to the rod. The rod is really 2 rods joined by a pin of some sort, which allows it to work even though the column flexes in the middle. The 2 rod halves swivel around the pin, see what I mean? Install the new rod. Then just reverse the process (again with the extra pair of hands to help you put the 2 halves back together, and you are done.