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Search Auto Parts Search Faulty Ignition Switch or Key Cylinder ? Sign up here!   Email This Post Auto Repair Home>> Automotive Repair>> Car Troubleshooting sbguy New User Dec 16, 2009, 12:19 PM Post #1 of 3 (3267 views) Faulty Ignition Switch or Key Cylinder ? Sign In Hi, I have a Ford Focus 2003 and have starting problems. Starter has been tested and is fine. The key turns perfectly in the cylinder but does not always start the car. I have to try starting it for a couple of minutes before it starts. Also, I need to turn the key fully to the start position and bring it back very slowly to the position where it usually starts. The mechanic has isolated the problem to be either the key cylinder or the ignition switch and will attempt to change both of them when only one of them is faulty. Where does the problem lie ? Is the ignition switch faulty or the key cylinder ? Thanks for your help. re-tired Veteran / Moderator Dec 16, 2009, 3:51 PM Post #2 of 3 (3249 views) Re: Faulty Ignition Switch or Key Cylinder ? Sign In Sounds like the ign switch . There is a number of TSB's related to the switch which leads me to think it may have a high failure rate. LIFE'S SHORT GO FISH way2old Veteran / Moderator Dec 16, 2009, 4:33 PM Post #3 of 3 (3248 views) Re: Faulty Ignition Switch or Key Cylinder ? Sign In From your description, I would also guess the switch. Since you can move the key back and it will start at a certain point, it is probably the switch. If it were the key cylinder, moving it back would not have any effect on it. Being way2old is why I need help from younger minds   Email This Post   Automotive Repair     Auto Body Repair and Refinishing     Heating or AC Issues     Electrical and Wiring     Brake Systems     Car Stereo Repair Advice     General Discussions     Car Making Funny Noises     Engine Fault Codes     Engine Troubles     Exhaust Systems     Steering and Suspension     Transmission Troubles     Tricks of the Trade Automotive World     General Discussions     Antique Car Talk     Car Shows and Events     The Bargin Bin     Motor Vehicle Inspection     Car Care Tips     Traffic Tickets     Gasoline, Motor Oils, Concept Cars and Engines     Auto Insurance, Financing, Leases, Warranties Truck Repair     General Discussions     Truck Engine Repair     Truck Suspension Repair Motorcycle Repair     General Discussions     Motorcycle Engine Repair CarJunky     Open Posting     Board FAQ's     New Board Suggestions

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