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The ignition switch problem

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YOUR RESEARCHThe ignition switch problem

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Replace light switch

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Performed · outcome unconfirmed

I replaced my light switch but not the ingnition switch yet (fingers crossed/knock on wood).

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Leading evidence: 'Replace light switch' (no explicit attributable resolution; this is a reported action or suggestion). Across 1 matching discussions, The most frequently discussed action is 'Replace light switch' (1 discussions). For that action, 0 discussions report a resolution and 0 report an unsuccessful attempt. No action has an explicit, attributable resolution report under the current rules. These are forum reports and suggestions, not a confirmed diagnosis.

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Set screws

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Suggestion · Original poster

I disconnected the battery, the connector, picked off the locking paint and was able to remove the set screws with a screwdriver head held between my fingers.

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The ignition switch problem

Set screws in, connector

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Suggestion · Original poster

Out with the old, in with the new, set screws in, connector on, battery on.

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The ignition switch problem

Use concertina section

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Suggestion · Original poster

So taking their advice I got under the dash and removed only the center crossing duct using the concertina section to provide the ability is dislodge it from the side-vent side first.

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The ignition switch problem

Use finger

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Suggestion · Original poster

Some advice that using my finger on the outside of the OBDII connector allowed me to lever up the side vent and get the crossing duct back on securely.

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Replace light switch

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Performed · outcome unconfirmed

I replaced my light switch but not the ingnition switch yet (fingers crossed/knock on wood).

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The ignition switch problem

Set screws

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Suggestion · Original poster

I disconnected the battery, the connector, picked off the locking paint and was able to remove the set screws with a screwdriver head held between my fingers.

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The ignition switch problem

Set screws in, connector

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Suggestion · Original poster

Out with the old, in with the new, set screws in, connector on, battery on.

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The ignition switch problem

Use concertina section

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Suggestion · Original poster

So taking their advice I got under the dash and removed only the center crossing duct using the concertina section to provide the ability is dislodge it from the side-vent side first.

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The ignition switch problem

Use finger

No successful repair reported for this finding.

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0 original-poster resolution reports. Counts can overlap; they are not unique people or a success rate.

0 discussions have direct query context; 0 report a fix in that context. Other evidence may inherit the discussion’s subject.

Suggestion · Original poster

Some advice that using my finger on the outside of the OBDII connector allowed me to lever up the side vent and get the crossing duct back on securely.

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The ignition switch problem

Use rennlist

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Suggestion · Original poster

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2 eligible posts · 0 unverified posts · 1 discussions match the subject in their title or opening post.

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POST 1 / ORIGINAL POSTEROriginal post

Recently had the frequently-described ignition switch problem. I poured over the advice on this site and Renntech.org I ordered the $11 switch from my local NAPA and picked it up this evening. I found one comment from somebody in may that suggested that the side vent did NOT need to be removed to do this if one is small and lithe enough. So taking their advice I got under the dash and removed only the center crossing duct using the concertina section to provide the ability is dislodge it from the side-vent side first. Then I had a good view of the switch. I disconnected the battery, the connector, picked off the locking paint and was able to remove the set screws with a screwdriver head held between my fingers. Out with the old, in with the new, set screws in, connector on, battery on. Once I confirmed I could operate the ignition again I put the crossing duct back on(reversal of removing it). Some advice that using my finger on the outside of the OBDII connector allowed me to lever up the side vent and get the crossing duct back on securely. All told 30 minutes once tools were assembled. Certainly better than the $500-750 I was quoted by 2 local dealers(yes, that big a difference) Sent from my iPhone using Rennlist

POST 2Original post

Great work, congrats, wow huge savings from DIY... I replaced my light switch but not the ingnition switch yet (fingers crossed/knock on wood). Tho I do have a spare ignition switch ready in case it craps out on me.

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