Why is my ignition switch not working on my Miata?
After a bit of troubleshooting (literally replacing EVERY part in my start button system) and still having the problem, some googling revealed that the ignition switch itself was likely to blame. They are, apparently, “known trouble spots on the NA Miata” according to the Miata.net forum.
How do you replace the ignition switch on a Mazda?
Put your fingers into this gap, and gently pull up on the top trim piece to remove it. Remove the three Phillips screws that hold the bottom trim piece in place, and pull that trim piece down. Remove the air bag assembly by pulling out the rubber screw covers on each side of the steering wheel.
Why is the ignition not working on my Mazda?
While some vehicles use a simple release pin to access the ignition switch, Mazda uses a different method that requires removing the steering wheel to access the ignition switch. When your ignition lock no longer functions, it’s likely because of seized tumblers inside the switch and cylinder mechanism.
Do I have a bad ignition switch?
- Key failed to turn properly. If you operate the key into the ignition switch and you feel that turning or switching the key is not properly functioned then
- problem with steering lock removal. The steering wheel gets locked when you remove the key from the switch but if you again put the key into the switch
- starting trouble or car won’t start.
What causes an ignition relay to go bad?
The area under the hood is open to contaminants and pollutants like dirt and debris – the common reason behind ignition relay failure. The most common symptoms of a bad ignition relay are dead ignition, sudden engine stall , and fluctuating ignition power .
What causes ignition problems?
Worn ignition switch contacts, temperature problems, or broken springs can all cause the ignition switch to fail, preventing you from starting your car. On the road, poor ignition switch contacts could shut the engine off while driving, which could be dangerous.
Why does ignition switch problems?
The ignition switch is connected to a series of high-resistance wires and any of the terminals connecting these wires can overheat . This causes an arcing of the terminals which can melt the insulating base. When this occurs, the vehicle will jerk quite violently and will not start despite repeated efforts.