Frank Boettcher <fboettcher@comcast.net> wrote in
news:kugbm2h3i639bh1qej7t6b6u68bbqji9il@4ax.com:

>
> 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?



*First* try a new key. Take your valet key to a hardware store and have
them cut a new key from a normal-thickness blank. The valet key is
identical to the regular key except thicker.

Make sure you're pushing the clutch pedal ALL the way to the floor while
turning the key to III.

If that doesn't work, it may be the ignition switch. You don't have to
remove the steering wheel. Playing with column tilt positions will
enable you to wiggle the covers off with the wheel in place.

More here:
http://www.tegger.com/hondafaq/start...ignitionswitch

DISCONNECT THE BATTERY BEFORE SERVICING THE IGNITION SWITCH.



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