ignition switch key reassembly
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Drifting
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ignition switch key reassembly
I'm replacing the key that goes between the key tumbler mechanism and the ignition switch. There is a little paddle and tiny spring as part of the assembly. How does that part fit into the inside of the mechanism? It appears to be some type of return spring.
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its made so that the switch will return to the run position, so it wont stay in the crank position unless you hold it there.
Also there should be a feature where the key wont return to the crank position once its come out of the crank position , unless the key is turned back to the off position
Also there should be a feature where the key wont return to the crank position once its come out of the crank position , unless the key is turned back to the off position
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This has some Jim Bailey descriptions embedded. I'm interested, too, in maybe removing the steering wheel lock. https://rennlist.com/forums/928-foru...=steering+lock
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Take it out, don't be afraid. It's very easy to reinstall and you will then have it in your hand and will readily see how it all works together. I just had mine apart last week.
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I removed the assembly but can't figure out how the little plastic flappy thing and small spring go together. It's located behind the the plastic and metal cam piece that is attached to the key that drives the ignition lock. It's on the side of the ignition tumbler part of the mechanism.
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Here you go. You can see how the spring hooks onto the little metal nub on the cam and on the plastic nub on the plastic portion. You can also see the relation of the plastic cam to the metal cam.