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Originally Posted by MikkiJayne
Ignition switch contacts implausible - some are on and some are not when they should all be the same. Given that you mentioned you're starting it with a screwdriver, that seems entirely plausible.
I'd probably look at changing the whole ignition switch assembly - this bit:
That requires dismantling the cowling, which you've probably already done, removing the steering wheel, clock spring and column stalks. Then you have to grind these two shear bolts off:
Usually I'll cover the interior with some thick cloths / rags / old blanket and cut slots in the bolts with a dremel, then chisel them out.
At this point its probably easier to swap the whole chunk than to try and change bits inside it. |
Thanks for that nugget of info, MikkiJayne!
One of the codes I've picked-up on today stated misaligned contacts, so you're spot-on
I'll A8 Parts in the morning to see if they've that "chunk" in...
Enjoy what's left of the weekend and thanks again!
Mike
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