This is what happened when the ignition switch went bad in a 2000 Buick Regal. Turn the key to the run position and the dash lights go crazy. Pushing the signal lever shuts the power off. Normally I would have to keep turning the key from off to on until the signals work. In this video they just stared working, only ever happened like this once.
Tuning the headlights or the hazard flashers on would make the dash lights stop blinking and the car would start and run normally except using the signals would shut it down. What I did was turn on the signal before I started the car and kept going form off to on (not start) until the car came on with the signal. If you use the headlight switch or hazards to run the car DO NOT TURN THE SIGNALS ON OR ELSE THE CAR WILL DIE..
If your gonna change the ignition switch you must have 2 female torx sockets, An E4 for the 2 ignition switch screws and an E5 to get the top steering column shroud off. I used an E4 deep socket because one bolt is kind of in there behind some crap. Feel free to ask any questions.
In my opinion this should be a recall. I sure wouldn't want to be on the highway and have the car shut off because I wanted to change lanes. It was bad enough in the city. This problem seems very common among alot of GM models. No wonder they went bankrupt. They shouldn't be in business if they're going to peddle their garbage onto the public and not stand behind it, ridiculous. I'm really not sure how this isn't consider a safety concern by either GM or the NTSA?
Honda Accord Ignition Switch Replacement
A fastener by fastener tutorial for testing, removing, and installing an ignition switch on a Honda Accord.
I cover how to cause an intermittent switch to act up, test it for continuity to verify it's faulty, and how to remove the cylinder assembly from the vehicle so the electrical switch can be removed.
Then I cover the 1990s to 2000s Honda ignition switch recalls and the special part numbers that go with them and reinstallation of the cylinder assembly to the vehicle.
The shear bolt diameter and thread pitch is M8 X 1.25.
Ignition Switch Recall Info:
Honda TSB Number 02-031
Vehicles affected:
1997 Accord (L4), 1998-1999 Accord (L4 and V6), 1998-2000 Civic, 1997-1999 CRV, 1997-2000 Odyssey, and 1997-1999 Prelude.
Intro and outro music by Kevin Macleod (Incompetech.com).
GM Pass Key II Malfunctions: Bypassing V.A.T.S System
Your car won't start? SECURITY light steady lit or flashing? More then likely it is the Vehicle Anti Theft System (V.A.T.S) at fault. Over time the resister pellet imbedded in your car key wears out from years of inserting and removing from the ignition lock cylinder. Here is a cheap way to bypass it, so you can get back on the road.
How To Install Replace Ignition Key Lock Cylinder Chevy Venture Trans Sport 97-98 1AAuto.com
http://www.1aauto.com/1A/IgnitionKeyLockCylinder/Chevy/Venture/1AIMX00066 1A Auto shows you how to repair, install, fix, change or replace a broken door lock cylinder. This video is applicable to 1997-1998 Chevy Venture, 1997-1998 Pontiac Trans Sport Montana, and 1997-1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette.
Ignition switch replacement Malibu 2002 Chevy Malibu Lock Cylinder 2002 remove replace
http://autotechviewpoint.com/tipjar Ignition switch replacement Malibu 2002 Chevy Malibu Lock Cylinder 2002 These have problems with ignition switches, no starting problems...
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2003 Buick Regal modded
This is my Buick Regal LS now turned into a beast!!!! it is no longer your average grandma car anymore,enjoy!!!!!!!!!!!!
General Motors PASSLOCK® anti-deterrent features in a 99 Pontiac Grand Am 2.4L
So, once again GM has done it. They invented something that failed and yet again they don't have a solution. This feature should not be added to any car, even if someone steals the car, the odds of this system to stop working are zero to none. Once WE THE OWNERS need to replace an ignition cylinder or an ECM, then the system fails for us. And the Dealership has NO CLUE how to fix it other than the helpful tip to crack the ECM open and replace the "memory chip". We all know that the memory chip is integrated and soldered on these years models. There is a reason why I love FORD!
Call this number to help start a recall. 1(888)327-4236 this number is from the NHTSA.
94-97 Honda Accord Ignition Switch Replacement Part 1
A fastener by fastener tutorial for testing and removing a faulty ignition switch on a Honda Accord.
In part one I cover how to cause an intermittent switch to act up, test it for continuity to verify it's faulty, and how to remove the cylinder assembly from the vehicle so the electrical switch can be removed.
In part two I cover the 1990s to 2000s Honda ignition switch recalls and the special part numbers that go with them and reinstallation of the cylinder assembly to the vehicle.
The shear bolt diameter and thread pitch is M8 X 1.25.
Part 2: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=h0pYfY31h5Y
Intro and outro music by Kevin Macleod (Incompetech.com).
2000 Buick Regal Start Up, Engine, and In Depth Tour
In this video I give a full in depth tour of a 2000 Buick Regal. I take viewers on a close look through the interior and exterior of this car while showing details, over viewing of features, and noting unique styling cues to the vehicle itself. I also show the engine and the details of it, start it up and see how it sounds under acceleration. A thorough tour/review of this car designed to give others a greater overall appreciation of the vehicle.
