Ignition switch

I was trying to start the car after work. It appeared that the ignition switch had gone out. I turned the key and the dash lights came on but the starter did not have any power to it. I replaced the ignition switch but had no success starting the car. I had the battey checked and was told it had a low charge so I went ahead and replaced the battery. Still no luck. I could here the relay tick when I would turn the key so I figured I should relace it because it might be bad. I still could not get it to start. I also had the starter checked at the auto part store and they said it was turning. I finaly took the car to a mechanic. He said it was the starter. He sugested that it was going out and was not receiving enough power to get the car to start. Does this sound like it might be the problem? Or is there somthing else I should be looking for?

Replaced ignition switch, now battery goes dead while car is just sitting there, what can cause this problem?

I'll try that. Thank you.

Thank you for your help. Done what you said and found the problem. It wasn't anything to do with the wiring or circuits. Found battery was bad. Problem solved. Again thank you for your help.

I have a 1992 Escort Wagon that needs an ignition switch replaced. It has 86,000 miles and has a 1.9L engine. My daughter's friend offered to change it for me, but when he got in there, he could not get the pins out to slide the cylinder out to replace it. Is there a simple way to remove the old one to replace it with the new one?

Joni

Thank you I will. Have a great day and weekend!

Quote - "Are you replacing the ignition switch or the ignition cylinder lock and key?
It sound like you are trying to replace the ignition cylinder to me
If so you need to turn key on insert small long screw driver in the whole u r talking about push pin in pull cylinder out insert the new one in start car"

Hi there, this repair applies to me :) Is it as easy as you make it sound?
Since I've never done I'm pretty lost.
But I wonder if you could make clearer what needs to be done?

Turn key onto what? From lock to acc, start?

Insert exactly what size screwdriver and how, with the key already in the ignition? That sounds like there's going to be some force applied, how much? What part are you trying to break?

I'll give that a try. Thanks much.
O/

How much approx. Will it cost to remove and replace the ignition switch on a 1995 Ford Escort if I already have the replacement part (new ignition switch)?

If you already have the part then obviously you won't have to pay for it again, it all depends on the shop. Where I live there's several shop ranging from $35-$65 an hour and I'd rather take it to the more expensive guy because you pay for the best work in town. Just call around to your local shops.

Good quote. I've already called around and found $45-$65 an hour. And you are right, taking it to the more expensive guy (dealer or igniton repair specialty shop) will do the best work, other than "Bobs Garage? " Per say.

Thanks for your response.

Best regards, Newmate

I would like to know how to install a toggle switch for my ignition.