Ignition mod help
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Drifting
Joined: Oct 2012
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From: Cedaredge Colorado
Ignition mod help
I bought a ignition switch to perform the " clean up the contacts" mod, as I'm experiencing problems starting the car every once in awhile.
Question I have is will my current keys work in the switch once replaced.
I bought another used switch mainly for protection in case I screw it up, lol. Didn't want my car down for extended time.
Thanks
Question I have is will my current keys work in the switch once replaced.
I bought another used switch mainly for protection in case I screw it up, lol. Didn't want my car down for extended time.
Thanks
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From: Anthony TX
CI 6,7,8,9,11 Vet
St. Jude Donor '08
The IGNITION SWITCH and the Key LOCK CYLINDER are two completely different parts.
You can remove your cylinder from the OEM switch part very easily.
You remove the switch from the car, put the key in the switch, turn it to ON and press a RELEASE tab on the barrel of the switch to release the cylinder. Re-installs very easily.
IMHO,, I believe that you are having a solenoid/starter solenoid wiring issue more than a ignition switch issue but,,, You will see many other benefits from overhauling the switch.
Make SURE you only disassemble the SWITCH part of the ignition switch under the green cover. Its the ONLY part that wears and requires attention
You can remove your cylinder from the OEM switch part very easily.
You remove the switch from the car, put the key in the switch, turn it to ON and press a RELEASE tab on the barrel of the switch to release the cylinder. Re-installs very easily.
IMHO,, I believe that you are having a solenoid/starter solenoid wiring issue more than a ignition switch issue but,,, You will see many other benefits from overhauling the switch.
Make SURE you only disassemble the SWITCH part of the ignition switch under the green cover. Its the ONLY part that wears and requires attention
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Drifting
Joined: Oct 2012
Posts: 1,585
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From: Cedaredge Colorado
Thanks for checking in, if I mangle um both ill go new at that point. Like to tinker with the car, so it's main reason I'm tryin it out. Thanks for the info
