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definitely annoying- Typical Repair Cost:
- No data
- Average Mileage:
- 168,000 miles
- Total Complaints:
- 1 complaints
Most Common Solutions:
- installed remote starter switch (1 reports)
miscellaneous problem
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A D V E R T I S E M E N T S
Went to start Jeep and the ignition key would turn "on" but beyond that, nothing happened. Replaced "Neutral Safety Switch", tested "Solenoid" then had to replace "Starter/Solenoid" combo, metered the wiring and still no fix so figured it was the "Ignition Switch" causing the problem. After using seven (7) different tools to get the dash and steering column apart to get to the switch, I found the very tip of the switch had broken off. This tip is made of molded "Pot Metal" with a thin plastic rod in the middle. The tip is extremely tiny for supporting all the torque of turning the switch to "Start" and because of what it is made of cannot be soldered, brazed or welded.
I found the broke-off piece inside the switch and used some industrial glue with a piece of steel rod (to reinforce) and a few wraps of electrical tape to hold everything while I put it back together. This "temporized" the repair and it works fine but to avoid having to spend over $100 on just the switch and a crap more for "labor" costs, I installed a remote starter switch (button) to start the car. The button works great and I no longer have to worry about my granddaughter getting stuck because a "very poorly" engineered car part failed once again...
- David W., Archer, FL, US