Those two "huge rivit" are in fact shear bolts. They are designed to snap off at the point of correct torque so as not to crush the column. You will have to drill them out and then get new shear bolts to fasten it all back together. Paul #6463 -------Original Message------- Subject: [DML] Removing the ignition switch,from the steering shaft Ok,here is one that has me stumped. How do I remove the ignition switch(the key lock ignition switch p/n106679) from the steering column shaft?