1986 944 ignition switch problem
02-20-2012, 12:01 PM
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1986 944 ignition switch problem
Hello everyone, I just joined this forum and I am hoping someone will be able to help me out with my small problem. I recently purchased a 1986 944 non turbo automatic car and I want to restore it back to its former glory. I noticed when I bought it that the ignition switch seemed very sloppy. Now when I start it up the key will not sping back and I am getting a loud clicking noise from under the hood, sounds like around the battery area. Can anyone advise me on what I need to replace, and how difficult it will be to complete and where is the best place to get the parts I need to repair. Any and all help will be much apppreciated. Thanks, twostwo
02-20-2012, 01:20 PM
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First welcome to RL the rigth place to get help & knowledge about your 944.To learn more about maintenance & DIY on your car this place will be your friendly garage from now on www.clarks-garage.com once[/url] on the site enter Garage Shop Manual,for your example for your switch problem just click on the letter " I " & it will bring you to ignition.Here is a few vendors that you can trust ordering your parts from www.paragon-products.com www.pelicanparts.com www.vertexauto.com those are only a few they are dozen of them & I'm sure other peoples will chip in.
02-21-2012, 10:59 AM
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ernie gave great information as usual.
You probably need to replace the column ignition switch to get the key to return. Maybe try a shot of WD-40 lubricant or graphite in the cylinder first.
There is also a plastic connector under the ignition switch that cracks and should be replace.
http://www.pelicanparts.com/cgi-bin/...5%29%2C%20Each
To isolate the loud "clanking" sound you should get a cheap mechanics stethoscope at Harbor Freight.
It could be as simple as a couple of loose manifold bolts or as bad as a "dead" hydraulic cam follower (ie lifter).
The big problem with an automatic is the clutch "flex disc plate" repair cost ==about $1200 for the part alone and labor.
GL
John
You probably need to replace the column ignition switch to get the key to return. Maybe try a shot of WD-40 lubricant or graphite in the cylinder first.
There is also a plastic connector under the ignition switch that cracks and should be replace.
http://www.pelicanparts.com/cgi-bin/...5%29%2C%20Each
To isolate the loud "clanking" sound you should get a cheap mechanics stethoscope at Harbor Freight.
It could be as simple as a couple of loose manifold bolts or as bad as a "dead" hydraulic cam follower (ie lifter).
The big problem with an automatic is the clutch "flex disc plate" repair cost ==about $1200 for the part alone and labor.
GL
John
