Ignition or something else?
02-05-11, 08:52 PM
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Ignition or something else?
So i have an 1992 sc400, the problem is starting up.....the ignition turns but doednt even crank and no power to the radio or windows..... but if i hotwire it...car starts right up...and i can pop the trunk and gas tank open.... HELP PLEASE
02-05-11, 09:15 PM
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What do you mean by hot wiring? If you jump it and it starts, its your battery.
02-06-11, 08:40 AM
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when I say hot wiring... I mean using the wires underneath the steering wheel ti start it...you know the same way you would steal a car
02-06-11, 09:51 AM
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You may have a problem with your ignition switch since when you bypass it stuff works. Is there a lot of play or looseness in the switch ?
02-06-11, 10:24 AM
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yeah there is looseness.... So should I get a new switch or what?
02-06-11, 10:30 AM
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I would do some testing before I changed it. You'll need a wiring diagram to find the right ones to check and honestly you will probably need to go to the dealer to fix it. Even if you can find a new switch somewhere else it won't be keyed to your key.
02-07-11, 05:24 AM
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Spray some wd40 in your ignition key hole
02-07-11, 09:06 AM
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I'd try a locksmith before the dealer..
02-07-11, 09:34 AM
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Let us know what you find out. My is acting up in a similar way.
02-07-11, 02:58 PM
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a little fiddlin and fixin all of the wires and now it works...thanks for all your help
02-07-11, 03:54 PM
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What works, the switch or the car ?
02-14-11, 01:12 AM
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