Hello I'm am trying to remove the ignition switch/tumbler off my 96 civic ex. I wondering how to unscrew the bolts holding the bracket down of the ignition switch, on the steering rack. Thanks for any help.

 

These are know as sheer bolts. They were put on there for anti-theft purposes. Yes, they are a bitch to get off, but it can be done. Here's what I've done in the past. Using a small drill bit drill 3 holes on the sheered off bolt head. Space them equally about 120 degrees apart. Next, utilizing a punch and a hammer you can tap them loose. If you're interested in replacing the ignition you can simply utilize a bolt with an allen head (I believe a standard six sided bolt head will have clearance issues). Finally, in my applications I got rid of the lock to the column and converted the car to push button start (with an alarm of course). Now I don't have to dig for my keys. I'm thinking of switching to a k-9 sombra alarm (or similar) so the car will automatically arm/disarm without touching the transmitter provided you have it on you, just like the Prius does.

 

Thanks for the info, u da man.