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Component Test - Ignition Switch

  1. Remove the ignition switch. See IGNITION SWITCH REMOVAL/INSTALLATION  .
  2. Inspect for continuity between the ignition switch terminals using a self-powered test light or an ohmmeter.
    Fig 1: Identifying Ignition Switch Connector Terminals & Schematic
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    TERMINALS REFERENCE

    Circuit to Test Connect Self-Powered Test Light or Ohmmeter to Terminals Move Key to These Positions A Good Switch Will Indicate
    Run/Start Power Circuit 4 and 1 Off/Lock
    Accessory
    Run
    Start
    Open circuit
    Open circuit
    Closed circuit
    Closed circuit
    Run/Ace Power Circuit 4 and 6 Off/Lock
    Accessory
    Run
    Start
    Open circuit
    Closed circuit
    Closed circuit
    Open circuit
    Start Power Circuit 4 and 7 Off/Lock
    Accessory
    Run
    Start
    Open circuit
    Open circuit
    Open circuit
    Closed circuit