Ignition problem

1994 SUBARU LEGACY
300,000 MILES
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DANIEL DAVID HIGGINS
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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?
Oct 30, 2019 at 10:13 AM
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KASEKENNY
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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.

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Nov 1, 2019 at 9:02 AM
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DANIEL DAVID HIGGINS
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Thank you so much for getting back to me!!!
Nov 1, 2019 at 11:40 PM
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DANIEL DAVID HIGGINS
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One other question: if I Hotwire the vehicle,would that bypass the ignition switch?
Nov 2, 2019 at 12:36 AM
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KASEKENNY
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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.
Nov 2, 2019 at 11:34 AM
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DANIEL DAVID HIGGINS
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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.
Nov 2, 2019 at 12:48 PM
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KASEKENNY
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Completely understand. Please let us know if you need more help. Thanks
Nov 2, 2019 at 12:49 PM
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