Ignition Switch

[RichsApex3573]

Just went out for my annual mid summer start-up to keep the fluids moving. Flipped the key to on and nothing.... A couple flips more and I got it to start but it would only run for 10 seconds or so before completely cutting out again. I did this multiple times all with the same result. The problem seems to be coming directly from the ignition switch- if i wiggle the key around enough the sled finds juice again. Anyone else have this problem? If I buy a new switch will I need a new key? I'm pretty sure its not the starter relay as I replaced that 2 years ago and the battery is fully charged. Definitely an issue with the key/ignition switch but I cant find any other posts with the same problem

 

[thor452]

check to make sure connector is tight under the dash. new key switch will require new key and should come with one.

 

[hibshman25]

Is it just the start sequence that is intermittent?

I hAve good used switches with keys

 

[maim]

i have had a similar problem back on my 05 rx war but at -20c on the side of the trail with a kill switch issue on the top of it. once kill switch was fixed, then found the issue after i replaced the ignition with a new one. in my case, a peice of plastic broke off inside the switch and was blocking the start position when brother took the old switch apart.