Replacing the switch isn't too difficult, especially since it's been replaced before. Remove the plastic steering column surrounds to get a better look at the switch. Chances are that there's a small hole in the housing already that will allow you to release the switch - otherwise you'll have to drill a hole in a predescribed spot to allow you to remove the switch (I don't remember the exact location, check the Bentley's manual).
In 14 yrs of ownership, I've never experienced an ignition switch failure. Do you have several thousand keys on your ring? If so, the weight may be causing a failure. Otherwise, you're just falling victim to the marvels of Volkswagen electronics. --- [email protected] wrote: > Hey All, > > I have a feeling i need to replace my ignition switch and need to know > exactly what's involved and tools needed so i can try to do it myself. It > was changed almost 2 years ago. When i turn on the key nothing happens at > all. I don't think it's my starter because when it went, it would whine > but not catch and I've since had it replaced. Therefore, I wanna try to > change it myself. > > I have the Bentley Manual but I'm sure many of you know special tricks > that will make changing it a little easier. > > Also, what's the cause of ignition switch failure? Is 2 years a typical > lifespan for it? ===== Matthew Yip [email protected] http://www.geocities.com/mgyip/ '87 GTi 16v - x2 '88 M5 '99 F350 __________________________________________________ Do You Yahoo!? Talk to your friends online with Yahoo! Messenger. http://im.yahoo.com _____________ List Sponsor: http://www.netsville.com To remove yourself from this list, send mail to [email protected] with 'unsubscribe a2_16v' in the body of your message See us on the web at http://www.a2-16v.com Visit the 16V Homepage at http://www.gti16v.org
