Im working on 97 VW Jetta that came in for a no cranking problem. Found no voltage from ignition switch to starter. When applying power to the wire at the ignition switch terminal it starts- so no doubt I assume the ignition switch. After replacing the switch it still would not crank. I removed the switch from the column and used a screw driver to turn the ignition switch and it starts so what I know for sure is there is not enough turn or travel to twist the switch to apply the voltage to the starter, first thing that comes to mind is the lock cylinder but it seems to turn smoothly and seems to function correctly. Im trying to determine if It is a common problem with the lock cylinder to cause this even if it seems to work properly or is it because I used an after market switch and I should of went with oem on this componet? Any help would be great.. Im a technician so feel free to get technical if you must...
Aug 17, 2009 at 2:20 PM
