 Ignition switch removal, How to remove from a 1971 |
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| erwindv |
 Mar 18 2026, 07:33 AM
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Newbie  Group: Members Posts: 47 Joined: 17-June 16 From: Belgium Member No.: 20,119 Region Association: Europe  |
I own a 1971 914 and lately I've been having trouble starting it.
The car only starts if I wiggle the key a bit back and forth while turning it. I also bypassed the starter switch by connecting the starter directly to the battery. So in my opinion, the problem is the ignition switch. Only issue: removing it on a 1971 model doesn’t seem to be as straightforward as described on the Pelican Parts (which covers models after 1971). Is there anyone who can point me in the right direction or provide instructions on how this should be done? Should I unbolt and remove the steering casing (see image)? Attached thumbnail(s) 
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| TheCabinetmaker |
Mar 18 2026, 09:27 AM
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I drive my car everyday Group: Members Posts: 8,369 Joined: 8-May 03 From: Tulsa, Ok. Member No.: 666 |
What's the last 5 numbers of the vin? They changed ignition switches mid year
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erwindv Ignition switch removal Mar 18 2026, 07:33 AM
TheCabinetmaker Looks like you have an early model. The key switch... Mar 18 2026, 09:36 AM
mepstein This is an old but very good thread that explains ... Mar 18 2026, 09:59 AM |
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