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Old 23 Nov 2006, 11:14 am
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Default Re: 94 Accord ignition switch

Frank Boettcher wrote:
> 94 accord (MT) is intermittantly not engaging the starter when the
> key is turned to the start position. Pushing in on the key a little
> will cause it to make contact. Is OK when returning to the on
> position after starting, engine continues to run.
>
> Can I assume that it is the lock cylinder and if it has to be
> replaced, should the switch be replaced at the same time even if it
> checks appropriately continuous?
>
> Is it necessary to remove the steering wheel to replace the lock
> cylinder?
>
> Thanks
>
> Frank


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>
> Honda recalled about a billion of their ignition switches a few years ago. SEARCH google for the whole story. You are probably not elligible, but replace it for safety. Have you tried NEUTRAL to prove if it's just the safety interlock? Lube all five locks with Lockease aerosol to make all the locks like new, including the ignition lock. (it's messy but it works)
>
> http://www.tegger.com/hondafaq/tsb/accord/x02-031e.pdf
>
> 'Curly'



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