I have a 1994 Buick Skylark that the dash lights just went ...

Those car models are notorious for bad headlight switches so that's where I would start checking.

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The headlights are working just fine. Can that really be the problem?

Remove the switch and unplug the connector.They are usually melted or burned somewhere in the connector or switch.It should be fairly easy to see.

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The switch is on the turn signal. Is this something that requires pulling the steering wheel?

Yes it does.

1992-98 Vehicles

See Figure 5

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Fig. 5: Turn signal switch mounting detail—1992-98 vehicles

This procedure covers removal and installation of the headlamp, headlamp dimmer switch, turn signal and hazard switches, as well as the cruise control switch.

1. Disconnect the negative battery cable.

2. Remove the steering wheel. For details, please refer to the procedure earlier in this section.

If necessary, using locking pliers with a piece of rubber (such as a spark plug boot) between the jaws to help prevent damage to the tilt lever during removal.

3. If equipped, remove the tilt lever from the steering column by grasping the lever firmly and twisting counterclockwise, while pulling it from the column.

4. Remove the upper and lower steering column covers.

5. Remove the damper assembly, then unfasten and remove the switch assembly from the vehicle.

To install:

6. Position and secure the switch assembly.

7. Install the damper and the upper and lower steering column covers.

8. If equipped, attach the tilt lever to the column.

9. Install the steering wheel.

10. Connect the negative battery cable.

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One last time, You are giving great information but it said to see previous info for instruction on removing steering wheel. Do you have that info also. I will accept no matter what your reply. I appreciate all you have given so far.

Sincerely,

Customer (name blocked for privacy)

If you have an air bag just disconnect the battery first.

REMOVAL & INSTALLATION

See Figures 1 through 5

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Fig. 1: Exploded view of a steering wheel mounting—1996-98 models (other models similar)

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Fig. 2: Remove the steering wheel center trim piece

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Fig. 3: On some earlier model vehicles, you must remove a retaining circlip

1. If equipped, disable the SRS system. For details, please refer to Chassis Electrical of this information.

2. Disconnect the negative battery cable

3. Unfasten the screws that retain the steering pad or airbag assembly.

4. Disconnect the horn lead, then remove the horn pad or trim cover.

5. Remove the retainer, nut and damper, if equipped.

6. Matchmark the steering wheel to the shaft, then, using a suitable steering wheel puller, remove the steering wheel from the vehicle.

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Fig. 4: Unfasten the steering wheel retaining nut

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Fig. 5: Use a suitable puller to remove the steering wheel from the vehicle

To install:

7. Install the steering wheel, making sure to align the matchmarks.

8. Install the retainer, nut and damper, if equipped. Tighten the attaching nut to 30 ft. lbs. (41 Nm).

9. Connect the horn lead, then install the horn pad or airbag assembly and tighten the retaining screws.

10. If equipped, enable the SRS system and/or connect the negative battery cable.

Edited by diablo666 on April 8 2006 at 6:06pm

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