Ignition Switch

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2002 Dodge Neon, 2001 Dodge Neon, and 2001 Chrysler Neon. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

NOTE: For ignition switch circuit identification, see Fig 1 and Fig 2 .

NOTE: Key-in switch is built into ignition switch assembly. If key-in switch requires service, ignition switch assembly must be replaced.

Remove ignition switch. See IGNITION SWITCH under REMOVAL & INSTALLATION. Check continuity between specified terminals with ignition switch in appropriate position. See IGNITION SWITCH CONTINUITY table. See Fig 1 and Fig 2 . If continuity is not as specified, replace ignition switch.

IGNITION SWITCH CONTINUITY

Switch Position

Continuity Between C1 Terminals No.

ACC

1 & 7; 3 & 4

LOCK

⁽¹⁾

RUN

1 & 2; 1 & 7; 3 & 4; 8 & 9

START

1 & 2; 1 & 6; 7 & 10

Key-In Ignition

⁽²⁾

W/Autostick

⁽³⁾

⁽¹⁾	Continuity should not exist between any terminals.

⁽²⁾	When key is inserted in ignition switch, continuity should exist between terminal No. 5 and switch housing (ground).

⁽³⁾	Continuity between connector C2 terminals No. 1 and 2 in OFF, START and RUN switch positions.

Fig 1: Identifying Ignition Switch C1 Connector & Terminals

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Fig 2: Identifying Ignition Switch C2 Connector & Terminals

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