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posted by  cyc10 on  Fri Feb 27 17:52 CST 2004
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I need to replace the ignition switch in my 240 91 wagon. Can anyone offer any advice?

The car will not start and it sounds like the starter is running but it does not engage. When I take the key out of the switch the starter is still running until I disconnect the battery. I tried contact cleaner in the switch but it did not help.

TIA
Al
91 240 wagon
96 850 turbo








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posted by  Aye Roll on  Fri Feb 27 19:54 CST 2004
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This sounds more like a bad starter solenoid than a switch.
Try pulling the solenoid wire off the starter and see if 12V comes and goes with the turn of the key- that would point to the switch being OK, and the solenoid being at fault.
Replacing a starter is on my "NOT FUN" list but it can be done at home...
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Rob Bareiss, New London CT ::: '87 244DL/M47- 225K, 88 744GLE- 209K, 91 244 183K. Also responsible for the care and feeding of: 88 745GLE, 229K, 88 244GL, 146K, 87 244DL, 235K, 88 245DL, 236K








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posted by  someone claiming to be 1bike001 on  Sat Feb 28 02:24 CST 2004 [RELATED]

HI. I agree. What is the "trick" for removing the top bolt on the starter. I can't seem to get a good angle/tool combo on the 87 that I'm trying to pull.

Thanks

Steve








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posted by  jp213a on  Sat Feb 28 02:43 CST 2004
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I'd pull the intake manifold and cleanup the PCV related hoses, flame trap, and oil separator while I was in there. jp







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