Ignition switch - small, yes expensive

Sometimes a large, perfectly serviceable car due to malfunctions in the operation of a small ignition lock can become absolutely still and unusable.

Ignition lock more often than other elements of the automobile electrician is exposed to breakages. One of the reasons for the breakdown may be wear of the mechanism. In this case, from time to time, it will seize, and someday it will simply block.

It will be necessary to replace the ignition lock in case of an unsuccessful attempt to steal the car. Even if several anti-theft devices are installed, attackers often have time to ruin this mechanism. But if the owner himself lost the keys, then it would be cheaper for him to replace the larva of the ignition lock than the trouble to make a new set of keys.

It will be appropriate to add here that never a breakdown is accidental or unexpected. It is always preceded by some signals, but most of the motorists ignore it, putting off the problem for later. Often such carelessness leads to breakdown at the most inopportune time.

What are the precursors of the fact that the ignition lock is going to fail? This can be the situation:

• When the key inserted into it does not turn on the first time;
• When you have to shake the key, loosen it, trying to create a point of complete interaction with the lock;
• When the key inserted into the lock rotates freely around the axis, making a full turn is a clear sign that the lock can "jam".

Faced with such precursors of failure, do not dismiss them, and correct immediately. If the ignition switch breaks in the way, then you can not start the engine, the steering column will be locked , and the wheels will freeze in the position you left the car in the parking lot. The automatic transmission lever is also locked. Automation will be in the "Parking" position, which means that it will be impossible to move the car from its place. The call of the technical assistance service will not be costly, and transporting a locked car is a very difficult matter. Hence, the repair will need to be carried out directly at the place where the car is located.

What are the difficulties of repairing a broken ignition lock? The fact is that all modern cars have factory anti-theft devices, somehow connected with the ignition lock. To replace the larva, you need to use the ignition key turned to the desired position. If he does not turn around in the lock, then access to the system is difficult. Such repairs will take more time and effort.

What are the solutions to the problem? It is best to contact specialists at the earliest stage, until there is a breakdown, but there are signals that it may occur. The old ignition lock the master usually repairs, replacing some worn parts in it. It takes not so much time. After you call for technical assistance in road conditions, experts will try to eliminate the breakdown of the jammed ignition lock in the parking lot of the car. In doing so, they will perform the job professionally, which will keep the entire ignition system and starter in good order.