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Ignition issue

Recently i've had a situation when starting the GTi where the key turns too far in the ignition & doesnt click back into the 1st position, resulting in the starter motor continuing to run after the engine has actually started. It needs a manual turn back every time.
Before i go buying parts, Is this likely to be a switch or barrel problem?

Thanks in advance

Re: Ignition issue

Reply #1
Recently i've had a situation when starting the GTi where the key turns too far in the ignition & doesnt click back into the 1st position, resulting in the starter motor continuing to run after the engine has actually started. It needs a manual turn back every time.
Before i go buying parts, Is this likely to be a switch or barrel problem?

Thanks in advance
Its a 92 8v btw


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Reply #3
I would say its the original judging by the key, which is pretty worn too.

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Reply #4
Hi I've had the same problem, how did you resolve it Jenkaim?   did you buy a new ignition barrel?

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Reply #5
to be honest i sold the car shortly after, so i didnt ever fix it!

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Reply #6
If you remove the electrical switch from the back of the lock assembly does it still stick?