The same auto parts store that has the switch will probably have the proper torx bits.Mark89coupe said:Where can I get the tamper proof torx bit? Who sells the correct set?
Mark89coupe said:If it fails while driving is there a way to bypass the switch or rig it?
This would work if the only aspect of the ignition switch which was lost was the starter interlock circuit. Otherwise, if the ignition is non-operation, the car will only crank (no start).runningmole said:Yes. On the ignition solenoid on the drivers side (under hood). There are 2 "bolts" w/ wires. Then above them in them in the middle is a small red wire w/ a black boot.
First make sure your car is in nuetral, and the key is on, so the fuel pump has power. Then take something metal (I use a key) and touch the rear "bolt" (rear as in closest to rear of car) to the little tab that you pulled the black boot off of. The engine will crank and start. It WON'T shock you. I've been starting my car like this for the past few months....too lazy to fix.
HISSIN50 said:This would work if the only aspect of the ignition switch which was lost was the starter interlock circuit. Otherwise, if the ignition is non-operation, the car will only crank (no start).
If I had issues, I would replace the switch ASAP. Even when in 'new' condition there were issues. I would not drive one (fire hazard) with an issue at hand. Plus it is so cheap.
One can ask the counter guy at the parts store for a Tamperproof torx bit and he should know what you want. Someone in here has posted the size, but I dont recall it. A search would reveal the size so only one bit is needed to be purchased.
Good luck.
I get what you mean - you do what it takes to get going. I just did not want him to think this was a cure for a bad ignition switch (most of the time, I bet the ignition side of the switch, rather than the starter interlock circuit, is what goes south).runningmole said:I've already replaced the switch. Then it went out again. I haven't have the time to pull the dash to see if there is something happening under there. One of the wires (white w/ pink stripe) melted a bit under the steering column.
I know what I told him may not work, but it's worth a try. If you're stranded somewhere, you usually will try anything just to make it home (assuming you can't get in touch w/ a tow service)
HISSIN50 said:I get what you mean - you do what it takes to get going. I just did not want him to think this was a cure for a bad ignition switch (most of the time, I bet the ignition side of the switch, rather than the starter interlock circuit, is what goes south).
I dont think we even know what aspect of the switch has failed.
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