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Old 06-04-2021, 04:06 AM   #1
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Well - I answered my own question (doh !). Problem was a sticky ignition barrel whereby if the switch was in the electrical position all the electrics would work fine, then you turn the key further to start the engine (which it would - all good) but then electrical functions like the wipers wouldn't work, turns out that they key wasn't returning back to a 'normal' position......kind of makes sense now as I assume things like wipers would be interrupted to give max power to the starter motor, etc.

Maybe a symptom of the ignition barrel being on its way out ?.

Cheers,
Steve
Ignition switch is a know problem on theses cars.
Ignition barrel is most likely fine.
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