Who has replaced the ignition switch with the key stuck in the ignition?

[TiberiusBoxster]

Thought my problem was the key fob. Now the key is stuck in the ignition. Did some research, try to move the wheels, that did not work. I am assuming it is ignition switch. How hard is that to R&R? Any help appreciated.

Thanks

[TiberiusBoxster]

Well, I removed the old ignition switch. Key came right out. Ordered two from amazon. Will be here Tuesday. I am getting lots of experience fast on this thing.

[Cunningr]

I think over on pedros website there are diy instructions for changing switch. Sounds like you already have it covered though.

[TiberiusBoxster]

Ya, used his to get the correct switch and YouTube to replace 😀

[MWS]

Originally Posted by TiberiusBoxster

.....I am getting lots of experience fast on this thing.

After a decade of ownership, I am still figuring things out. I'm a pretty handy person, but admittedly not a mechanic (so I still leave any big items to the dealer); the one thing I have discovered is these cars have, um, let's just say a lot of quirks. If this were just about any other car, I wouldn't tolerate the issues, but by now it's almost as much fun as driving. As a recovering engineer, when working on anything I find myself trying to understand the thinking of the designer, and even though I spent many years working for a German company, I still have plenty of those "head shaking" moments. As your ownership continues, the only advice I can give is not to get angry, just think of it as a puzzle...a challenge that has to be completed before you are rewarded with a drive.

[TiberiusBoxster]

MWS, I agree. What I don’t understand is why they did not put the ignition switch face down, so both of the screws were more accessible? That would have made more sense.

Btw, on another note, I dropped a small screwdriver behind the fuse panel. Do I need to worry about it? I tried to fish it out with a magnet, but could not get it. I do not feel like removing the fuse panel if I don’t have to...but if I must I guess I will figure out a way.

Thanks.

[MWS]

Originally Posted by TiberiusBoxster

MWS, I agree. What I don’t understand is why they did not put the ignition switch face down, so both of the screws were more accessible? That would have made more sense.

Btw, on another note, I dropped a small screwdriver behind the fuse panel. Do I need to worry about it? I tried to fish it out with a magnet, but could not get it. I do not feel like removing the fuse panel if I don’t have to...but if I must I guess I will figure out a way.

Thanks.

I would...if for no other reason than not having to buy another screwdriver. . Besides, like I said, just see it as another challenge to complete before getting to go for a drive. Lol.

[TiberiusBoxster]

Has anyone removed the fuse panel? I did some research and it looks like a lot of people did it to replace the whole thing. I just need to get behind it to get the screwdriver out. Am I able to do that without dealing with the fuses and the wiring rat nest?

Thanks,

[Cunningr]

Can't help on the how, but probably definitely remove it could be shorting something if not now when driving could shift.

[TiberiusBoxster]

Originally Posted by Cunningr

Can't help on the how, but probably definitely remove it could be shorting something if not now when driving could shift.

Yes, that is what I was thinking and why I think I need to remove it.

[TiberiusBoxster]

Removed the fuse panel cover and found the screw driver. Got that buttoned back up. Tomorrow I get the new ignition switch and hopefully can install it tomorrow night. Thanks again for everyone’s help.

[TiberiusBoxster]

Got the switch in the mail and an hour after work had it in and up and running. Works like a dream. Thank you everyone for your help.

[Cunningr]

Nice to hear, glad you were able to retrieve the screwdrive too!

[TiberiusBoxster]

Originally Posted by Cunningr

Nice to hear, glad you were able to retrieve the screwdrive too!

Thanks! Me too.