ignition switch for my car

Replace a Spare part Ignition switch – a defective one or if the limit of use has been already reached. Find out useful information about Ignition switch

The ignition lock is the mechanism that starts and turns off the the engine when the key is correctly turned inside it.

5 tips on maintaining and replacing an ignition lock

1. The ignition lock doesn’t have a defined service life, therefore, it only needs to be replaced when it stops working.
2. If jamming occurs conduct a diagnostic test. If you do not have any experience of this, visiting a repair shop is recommended.
3. Do not turn the key into the start position if the engine is already running, nor turn the key into the lock mode while driving the vehicle, as these actions could damage the ignition lock.
4. Keeping the key in the on position for the extended periods drains the battery.
5. Read the manufacturer’s instructions before you use a new part.

Common problems with ignition locks - causes and symptoms

• Burnt insulation of electric wires of the ignition lock, corrosion of the terminals. This is a consequence of voltage surges that occur when starting the engine, or of dirt and moisture getting inside. The main symptom is the absence of the ignition system response. Power isn’t supplied to the electric devices in the passenger compartment, warning lamps on the dashboard don’t go on, the engine starter doesn’t work.
• Mechanical damage. Metal elements can become deformed when the car isn’t used for a long time or if foreign objects get inside. For example, pieces of a picklock can remain in the mechanism if there has been a failed attempt at car theft. The defect is marked by a jammed up device and the key not turning properly.

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