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Post by marks454ss Thu Dec 18, 2014 8:26 am

My ignition switch is at the end of it's life cycle. I have to twist to the end to get it to work. Anyone changed theirs in a 73 before?
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Post by chevellelaguna Thu Dec 18, 2014 1:10 pm

You mean the ignition lock cylinder? Cause the "switch" is bolted to the lower column. If it's the cylinder you'll need the key, disconnect the battery,put the key in, turn it forward, there is a small access hole in the column, insert a pick into the hole and push the locking tab/pin upwards, and the cylinder should slide out.
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Post by 1973montec Thu Dec 18, 2014 3:58 pm

try adjusting your switch on the top of the column under the dash.


the key thingie is a lock cylinder
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Post by marks454ss Tue Dec 23, 2014 9:13 am

So there is a contact adjustment? That is what appears to be the issue. Do I just slide the switch on the column?
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Post by ant7377 Wed Dec 24, 2014 7:19 am

There are oblong holes on the switch it self. You can slide it on the column by just loosening the 2 screws but you have to drop the column to do it.
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Post by marks454ss Wed Dec 24, 2014 8:46 am

Thanks!
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Post by pila Thu Dec 25, 2014 7:13 am

A word of CAUTION....If you drop the column away from the dash a bit, to get access, be sure to un-clip the little cable that moves the shift indicator. They and not easy to find ! The cable is clipped to the housing that the shift lever is mounted in. You will see it if you look for it.......


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