Most drivers think of the ignition switch as the slot where they insert the key to start their car, but that’s actually the ignition lock cylinder. The ignition switch is a more complex electric ...

and a replacement ignition switch for your make and model of car. Here's where to start if your key is stuck in the ignition. Read more: GM Hopes A Clutch Pedal Is Enough To Make Enthusiasts Buy ...

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The report on GM's handling of the ignition switch issue was prepared by former federal prosecutor Anton Valukas and followed by the firing of 15 employees, CEO Mary Barra said.

It’s mounted inside the ignition switch, the electrical component that locks the ignition and “reads” anti-theft coding in the key to allow the vehicle to start. Worn keys can damage ...