'94 Cabriolet (90) ignition switch woes...
 

Cabrio's ignition has started getting stiffer to turn key.... doesn't want
to spring back to the "Run" position from the "Start" position. Settles
somewhat with a *little* spray of WD-40 ...

Anyone have any luck with a fix shy of replacing the lock cylinder?

Thanks from Nova Scotia,

Kevin

Re: '94 Cabriolet (90) ignition switch woes...
 

Hey Kevin,

It's most likley the plastic electric switch portion which mounts behind
the ignition lock cylinder housing. They very often crack around the
outside of the plastic switch housing causing the ignition switch to bind
which in turn causes the key and lock cylinder to get stuck. I think the
electrical portion (ignition switch) can be replaced without removing the
lock cylinder or steering lock assm. Some models can be done by working
up from under the dash once the underdash trim panel has been removed.
Some require removal of the instrument cluster to gain access to rear
portion of ignition lock.

Good Luck,
Peter

Re: '94 Cabriolet (90) ignition switch woes...
 

Hey Kevin,

It's most likley the plastic electric switch portion which mounts behind
the ignition lock cylinder housing. They very often crack around the
outside of the plastic switch housing causing the ignition switch to bind
which in turn causes the key and lock cylinder to get stuck. I think the
electrical portion (ignition switch) can be replaced without removing the
lock cylinder or steering lock assm. Some models can be done by working
up from under the dash once the underdash trim panel has been removed.
Some require removal of the instrument cluster to gain access to rear
portion of ignition lock.

Good Luck,
Peter

Re: '94 Cabriolet (90) ignition switch woes...
 

Hey Kevin,

It's most likley the plastic electric switch portion which mounts behind
the ignition lock cylinder housing. They very often crack around the
outside of the plastic switch housing causing the ignition switch to bind
which in turn causes the key and lock cylinder to get stuck. I think the
electrical portion (ignition switch) can be replaced without removing the
lock cylinder or steering lock assm. Some models can be done by working
up from under the dash once the underdash trim panel has been removed.
Some require removal of the instrument cluster to gain access to rear
portion of ignition lock.

Good Luck,
Peter