Key in "on" position, normal; key to "start&q

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WTCPDOUG
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1990 honda accord
215,000 miles

When i turn my key to the "on" position everything is normal, but when i turn it forward to start the car I loose all of my dashboard lights. The car will crank but not turn over. I found out that if, while the car is cranking, i quickly pull the key back to the "on" position the car will sputter but will turn over and start.

It also has a rough idle that started along with the start issue.
Aug 10, 2007 at 3:27 AM
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BRUCE HUNT
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If by turning the key back it fires and runs, you should be able to tell that the ignition switch is telling you it needs to be replaced.
Aug 10, 2007 at 9:45 AM
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