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Ignition problem
turbocoupe88 Offline
Senior Member
#1
My car would have trouble starting and would stall out and hestitate quite often. Thought it was due to the tps, but still the same after replacing it. Now if i start it and hold the key into position, meaning i cant let it move backwards after starting it will run perfect. Is this the ignition switch or the lock key cylinder? My ignition switch was replaced due to recall but could of gone bad again. I wanna drive this thing! I've had it for several weeks and have had nothing but problems with it. thanks for any input
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Pete D Offline
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#2
Sounds like an ignition switch, they are notorious.

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turbocoupe88 Offline
Senior Member
#3
well i replaced the lock cylinder(my friend had one so it was free) but it didnt work. I pulled out the ignition switch and a little ball and spring fell from somewhere but i dont know where? what kind of tool will i need to remove the two mounting screws on the ignition switch as well. thanks for the help, i'd be really lost if it wasnt for this site!

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1985.5 Turbocoupe
Previous- 1988 Turbocoupe
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Walsted Offline
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#4
I used a good set of pliers to get a grip on the two screws. Someone else (Jeff K or Pete D, I think, I forget who,) once suggested using a dremel to cut notches for a standard screwdriver, thus making them reusable. They aren't that hard to get out using either method.

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turbocoupe88 Offline
Senior Member
#5
I ended up using a set of vice grips to loosen them up and the ignition switch was the problem. Now i can actually drive it without it stalling or bucking on me. thanks
1985.5 Turbocoupe
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