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1982 Buick Regal Sport, Trans Mfr CD 350C/MX5SECTION All Models

Sliding type switch mounted on steering column and controlled by an actuating rod which is operated by the lock cylinder through a rack-and-sector mechanism. Up and down movement of actuator moves switch slider back and forth within switch housing, establishing various switch positions.

Fig 1: General Motors Steering Column Locking Mechanism (Others Similar)
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