Ignition problem

Tiny
DANIEL DAVID HIGGINS
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  • 1994 SUBARU LEGACY
  • 300,000 MILES
When I turn the ignition on, there is nothing. There is no power. If I turn the ignition on again, and leave it in the “on” position for about three seconds, it fires up, and runs fine. What could be causing this?
Wednesday, October 30th, 2019 AT 5:13 PM

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Tiny
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This does sounds like an ignition switch issue. Leaving it on for 3 seconds sounds like a control module issue but I am not sure how that would be the issue so I would suggest replacing the ignition switch and go from there.

I attached the procedure. Let me know if you have question.
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Friday, November 1st, 2019 AT 4:02 PM
Tiny
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Thank you so much for getting back to me!
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Saturday, November 2nd, 2019 AT 6:40 AM
Tiny
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One other question: if I Hotwire the vehicle, would that bypass the ignition switch?
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Saturday, November 2nd, 2019 AT 7:36 AM
Tiny
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If you mean jump power to the starter with the ignition in the on position then yes. This will bypass the ignition switch. However, by doing this you are giving easy accessibility for everyone else who may want to "hot-wire" your vehicle as well. Basically you are making it so you don't need a key to start the engine which means no one else will need a key to start the engine.
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Saturday, November 2nd, 2019 AT 6:34 PM
Tiny
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Understood. Thank you for getting back to me. Money is tight right now, and if push comes to shove, this may be my only option. Thanks again for your help, it is greatly appreciated.
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Saturday, November 2nd, 2019 AT 7:48 PM
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Completely understand. Please let us know if you need more help. Thanks
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Saturday, November 2nd, 2019 AT 7:49 PM

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