If your car isn’t starting as quickly as it used to or if you notice some of the warning signs in this article, then you may have a problem with your ignition switch. Your starter switch or ignition is an important piece to starting up your car, and while it may seem simple, your electrical system and engine both depend on a working starter switch to turn on.
Warning signs for an ignition about to go bad include lights flickering significantly when you start the car, car stalling on the road, no noise from the starter, or your key getting stuck. In fact, if you have difficulty turning your key to each position, you should have it checked by a professional mechanic at Suncoast Porsche located in Sarasota, FL right away. You could be causing more damage by forcing the key to turn in a faulty ignition switch.
Your car’s ignition should turn to each position easily just by pushing the key in. The accessory and on position should start your car’s electrical system, turning on the radio and A/C. Finally, your car should easily turn to start your engine. If your engine doesn’t start or if it stalls, then there may be an issue with your starter switch. A point-by-point inspection can pinpoint the issue within minutes.