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Ignition System Help needed - 1/14/2004 12:18:23 AM   
EngineBuilder

 

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I have a 1984 Coupe GT that just started having a serious problem. 


My ignition key does not turn on power to any accessories or to the starter; I have power at the battery, and to the interior of the car, as exhibited by the dome light and buzzer coming on when the door is opened.


I pulled the ignition switch and attempted to use a screw driver to manipulate the switch to no avail. 


Any help or suggestions are greatly appreciated!


 


TIA,


EngineBuilder

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Ignition System Help needed - 1/14/2004 6:26:48 PM   
EngineBuilder

 

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UPDATE:


Confirmed faulty ignition switch, as well as faulty starter;


removed/rebuilt starter with no troubles, tests out fine.


Following the directions in my haynes manual, (i know, i know) i removed the steering wheel, turn signal multiswitch, as well as the lock cylinder.  I have come to the following problem:  there is a lock washer holding a spring which keeps the ignition switch housing locked into its location.  As this lock washer is fully circular, and apparently uses the springs' outward pressure to stay in place, i have no idea on how to remove the lock washer/spring combination.


Any help on this would be greatly appreciated.


 


-EngineBuilder


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Ignition System Help needed - 2/24/2004 10:40:45 AM   
dashyman

 

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Man, I thought that I was the only glutton for punishment.  When I replaced my ignition switch I used a screw driver to pry off the locking washer.  When I went to replace it, I used a deep set socket that fit over the steering shaft and tapped the spring down into position using a hammer.  Good luck

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