Does the ignition switch have a wire harness or do the wires go into the pigtail?

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I am having my ignition switch replaced the mechanic says there is a wire harness missing, I have another mechanic saying that my wires sit down in a pigtail, I was wondering does the ignition switch have a wire harness or does the wires go into the pigtail

Apr 10, 2024 at 8:30 AM

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There is no pigtail, the wiring harness plugs right into the ignition switch. Here are the wiring diagrams so you can see how the switch is wired up and I have included how to change the switch and lock tumbler out for you. Check out the images (below). Let us know if you need anything else.

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Apr 10, 2024 at 9:53 AM