In a message dated 11/4/2003 8:54:43 AM Eastern Standard Time,
wtsnyder@juno.com writes:
> Usually when starting this car, I turn on the ignition
> and the ignition light shines brightly. I turn the ignition key further
> and the engine cranks. Occasionally, when the ignition is turned, the
> ignition light glows at < half strength and the engine will not turn
> over. The battery is fully charged. Is this a fault in the
> ignition
> switch itself, or where should I start looking?
I have had problems with my ignition switch which, itself, is an aftermarket
replacement. Seems the switch can turn in its setting unless the set tabs are
securely bent down. These are fairly tiny tabs, but unless they are tucked
down, especially in the corners, they will allow the switch to rotate just a
bit in the mounting. These tabs can be found on the left side of the steering
column under a rubber cap. Standard cautionary words about dealing with
exposed wires, etc., with the battery still hooked up.
Jay Donoghue
72 B-GT
66 Mustang
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