Fellas, I replaced my ignition switch on the steering wheel shaft. When I rotate my key, nothing happens😕The new key/lock ignition tumbler just rotates ALL the forward? What am I missing? Help me😞
What happened that you needed to replace the lock cylinder? If the key was broken off in it someone may have broken things further down in the column. There is a little kit on a Help card at your autoparts store.
So you replaced the lock cylinder or the switch on the column under the dash?
Thanks!! I replaced the lock cylinder. There is a switch on the bottom under the dash? Is there a YouTube video on how to do this fix? I sure appreciate it😊 Cordially, kevin
Thanks!! I replaced the lock cylinder. There is a switch on the bottom under the dash? Is there a YouTube video on how to do this fix? I sure appreciate it😊 Cordially, kevin
Let's start out with the "WHY" you decided to replace your lock cylinder. What problem are you having? No start, no electrical power when the key is turned, power but the engine will not crank over, etc.... be specific. When you rotate the key, does it feel like it just spins freely? Turning the key moves a gear rack which moves a rod connected to the ignition switch so you should feel like rotating the lock cylinder is actually moving something. Was it working fine and then quit or was there something going on that kept getting worse and then finally quit. Ignition switches are not a common failure part.
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Let's start out with the "WHY" you decided to replace your lock cylinder. What problem are you having? No start, no electrical power when the key is turned, power but the engine will not crank over, etc.... be specific. When you rotate the key, does it feel like it just spins freely? Turning the key moves a gear rack which moves a rod connected to the ignition switch so you should feel like rotating the lock cylinder is actually moving something. Was it working fine and then quit or was there something going on that kept getting worse and then finally quit. Ignition switches are not a common failure part.
Seajal, Thanks for responding. On the "Why" I decided to replace my lock cylinder, I just assumed it went bad. I (mistakenly) thought the key lock cylinder could/should be the the only problem. My '85 SE Duke ran fine, new battery, newer starter, then on the latest 'start'---the lock cylinder began to rotate freely, about 90 degrees. Is there an ignition switch under the dash that I need to replace? Is there a video showing me how to do this? Thanks again for any help that can be offered. Cordially, kevin
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This is what the inside of the steering column looks like. When you turn the key, the sector gear rotates, which moves the rack, which pulls on the actuator rod, which operates the ignition switch. The Ignition switch is attached to the top of the steering column under the dash. If you remove the lower trim panel, you should be able to see or feel the actuator rod on top of the column. (see bottom pic) With your hand on the rod, rotate the lock cylinder. If you feel the rod move, the problem lies in the switch or the rod has come disengaged from the switch. If the rod does not move, the problem lies gear or rack inside the column.
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Originally posted by kevin: Thanks!! I replaced the lock cylinder. There is a switch on the bottom under the dash? Is there a YouTube video on how to do this fix? I sure appreciate it😊 Cordially, kevin
The Ignition switch (not the key switch),can wear out over time and should be replaced if your vehicle has 150,000 miles or more.A worn out Ignition switch will prevent your car from starting and Thanks to "seajai" for the pics and Ogre for the link. As for YouTube,try the Youtube search box. Its fairly easy to replace.Use a mirror and a stubby screw driver.But remember,be sure to make sure your radio and accessors all work,prior to putting everything back togeter,because the switch can be adjusted, and if its not in the right position, your radio wont work under accesorie. Another critical switch to replace, would be the brake pedal switch (Brake Lights).When you say "The new key/lock ignition tumbler just rotates ALL the forward?" is there any spring like tension on the tumbler? Are you useing the New key? If yes,then Ide replace your Ignition switch on the steering colum.
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The Ignition switch (not the key switch),can wear out over time and should be replaced if your vehicle has 150,000 miles or more.A worn out Ignition switch will prevent your car from starting and Thanks to "seajai" for the pics and Ogre for the link. As for YouTube,try the Youtube search box. Its fairly easy to replace.Use a mirror and a stubby screw driver.But remember,be sure to make sure your radio and accessors all work,prior to putting everything back togeter,because the switch can be adjusted, and if its not in the right position, your radio wont work under accesorie. Another critical switch to replace, would be the brake pedal switch (Brake Lights).When you say "The new key/lock ignition tumbler just rotates ALL the forward?" is there any spring like tension on the tumbler? Are you useing the New key? If yes,then Ide replace your Ignition switch on the steering colum.
James Bond 007, Thank you as well for responding. Indeed, my ignition tumbler 'rotates ALL the way forward' with no spring like tension on the tumbler. For edification, I bought a brand new key ignition tumbler. Guess what? The new tumbler behaved exactly like the old one. I also purchase a brand new ignition switch and am installing it now. You also mentioned that since I have my dash apart, I should replace by brake light switch? Is there a video on how to do this?
What seajal said. That long part with a slot in it is probably the issue. It's probably broken. You can buy a Dorman Help card that will also include the other parts which connect the lock cylinder to the ignition switch. If the lock cylinder didn't solve it, the ignition switch probably won't either. The problem is likely in between.
This is what the inside of the steering column looks like. When you turn the key, the sector gear rotates, which moves the rack, which pulls on the actuator rod, which operates the ignition switch. The Ignition switch is attached to the top of the steering column under the dash. If you remove the lower trim panel, you should be able to see or feel the actuator rod on top of the column. (see bottom pic) With your hand on the rod, rotate the lock cylinder. If you feel the rod move, the problem lies in the switch or the rod has come disengaged from the switch. If the rod does not move, the problem lies gear or rack inside the column.
Seajal, Grrrrr, One final question: The acuator rod that connects to the cooumn mounted ignition switch; how do I get at it so I can replace it? [I have Dorman #83211] The small gear inside the column is broken and busted!!!!Your diognosis was correct. The key tumbler, once cranked to the "ON" position, does not move the acuator arm that connects to the ignition switch? Any videos? I want to curse. Cordially, kevin
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This is what the inside of the steering column looks like. When you turn the key, the sector gear rotates, which moves the rack, which pulls on the actuator rod, which operates the ignition switch. The Ignition switch is attached to the top of the steering column under the dash. If you remove the lower trim panel, you should be able to see or feel the actuator rod on top of the column. (see bottom pic) With your hand on the rod, rotate the lock cylinder. If you feel the rod move, the problem lies in the switch or the rod has come disengaged from the switch. If the rod does not move, the problem lies gear or rack inside the column.
seajal, I am in a BIG jam. Help me!!!! How do I remove the plastic surround that hides the sector, rack, actuator rod assembly? Please help me!!!!!
Cordially, kevin p.s. I also sent you a private message on PFF's private message link.
