odd electric problem

The ignition switch would be the most likely suspect in this case. It may not be making proper contact in the part that provides power for those accessories. Perhaps you could try wiggling the ignition switch just a little when this happens. It might then make contact and the accessories will start working. I have seen this happen on many occasions.

HA! I forgot to mention (minor detail) that my ignition switch/key hole is slightly 'askew' in that when i turn the car off to the accessory position, it gets stuck--i have to wiggle the key and turn at the same time to get it to the total 'off' positon.

the cool part, however, is that i can take the key out of the ignition while the car is running--comes in real handy when i forget something in the house and have to run back in befor leaving.

and no, my 'key' is not a screwdriver ...

so can i fix an ignition switch, or should i just get another? is this something worth buying at a salvage yard?

thanks!

Usually replacing the electrical portion of the ignition switch will cure faults like intermittent accessories, but the ability to remove the key in non-standard switch positions means the lock cylinder is also worn. Replacing both parts of the system is what I would recommend as a permanent fix. Usually the lock cylinder is the most expensive and most difficult part to replace for this job.

Chris

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