Ignition problem

Hi and thanks for using 2CarPros.

Did you replace the ignition lock portion? That's where the key goes. Or, did you replace the actual switch? Here are the directions for the switch. Let me know if this is what was done.

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Removal


See picture 1


1. Disconnect the battery ground cable.


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2. Detach the hood latch release handle and position aside.
1 Remove the bolts.
2 Position the hood latch release handle aside.


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3. Remove the lower instrument panel steering column cover.
1 Remove the screws.
2 Remove the lower instrument panel steering column cover.


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4. Remove the instrument panel steering column opening cover reinforcement.
1 Remove the bolts.
2 Remove the instrument panel steering column opening cover reinforcement.


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5. Disconnect the electrical connector.
1 Loosen the bolt.
2 Disconnect the electrical connector.


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6. NOTE: The ignition key should be in the OFF position.

Remove the ignition switch.
1 Remove the screws.
2 Remove the ignition switch.

Installation


See pictures 7 - 10

1. Note: When the battery is disconnected and reconnected, some abnormal drive symptoms may occur while the vehicle relearns its adaptive strategy. The vehicle may need to be driven 16 km (10 mi) or more to relearn its strategy.

To install, reverse the removal procedure.

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Let me know.

Joe

I replaced the switch its self not the key part.

When you turn the key to the start position, nothing happens until you slightly release it. Is that correct? If it is, there has to be an issue in the linkage between the key lock assembly and the switch. Unless, there is an issue with the neutral safety switch. Just for the heck of it, see if it starts normally when you have it in neutral.

Let me know.

Joe