shark13
New Member
Hello,
I have a 2005 Honda Civic, VP model. My ignition switch went bad and would not turn. I removed the switch from the car, but because I needed the vehicle the next day and could not wait for a new ignition switch by mail, I just used a screwdriver driver to turn the ignition (while holding the key in the immobilizer) and start the car. I've been doing this for a few weeks and now I am ready to reinstall the new ignition.
My question is about the rod that sticks out beyond the body of the the ignition switch. What is the purpose of the rod and do I need to make sure I align the rod with something in the steering column to work properly? I guess I wonder its purpose considering I've been driving around without the rod inserted for the last few weeks.
Thanks
I have a 2005 Honda Civic, VP model. My ignition switch went bad and would not turn. I removed the switch from the car, but because I needed the vehicle the next day and could not wait for a new ignition switch by mail, I just used a screwdriver driver to turn the ignition (while holding the key in the immobilizer) and start the car. I've been doing this for a few weeks and now I am ready to reinstall the new ignition.
My question is about the rod that sticks out beyond the body of the the ignition switch. What is the purpose of the rod and do I need to make sure I align the rod with something in the steering column to work properly? I guess I wonder its purpose considering I've been driving around without the rod inserted for the last few weeks.
Thanks