question for anyone knowledgable about cars...

[Richctdude]

that sucks

[whatislove]

What this bitch said.... (j/k mama)

also.... http://www.google.com/search?q=honda...8&oe=utf-8&aq=

Register and post your pics on a diy/repair forum. someone will help you...

Go to your library, if its decent it'll have the factory service manual set for that year.

Get the step by step procedure on replacing the column, it'll tell you what to do if it has airbags.

Note that in most states you can't buy used airbags, so replacing it will cost ya if you set it off. Around here thieves are even targeting the airbags, pulling them at night & selling them to less then ethical shops who then install them into people who have had them stolen who don't want to replace it the legal way (with a brand new bag).

[sheer1]

DARK,
Locate a repair manual for your year Honda.It will probably have the repair procedure.
Generally, you start by disconnecting negative cable from battery.This prevents accidental deployment of airbag if so equipped.You still need to disconnect battery if not.Ignition lock cylinders are just like your house locks. You will have to disassemble the column covers but not the steering wheel.Once you get the covers off you'll be able to see the lock assembly.I beleive the manual will tell you to set key to a certian position and out she comes.Since this was a vandalism act,it may come out easier.You will have to check the damage to see if new unit will instal and engage correctly.I've been retired from auto repair a decade now.Hope this helps.

[hippifried]

Call your insurance company.