Muddyf Posted January 11, 2015 Share Posted January 11, 2015 My MC1 deck has picked up an ignition problem in the last few days. Few days ago my engine stalled and I lost all power and electrics. After a few attempts the car started okay and I went on my way. Yesterday I noticed that turning the ignition to II, no dashboard lights lit up, after clicking onto III they came on and then car started normally. This morning the same issue occurred, but this time after clicking onto III and attempting to start, the engine started normally but after letting the key go the engine cut out and again the electrics died. After a few attempts with the same outcome, the car started normally and I drove without problems for about 10 miles, on the return journey I had the same issues.I'm thinking I may need a new ignition barrel, but is there an easier and cheaper fix, or am I on the wrong track altogether? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Krzys Posted January 11, 2015 Share Posted January 11, 2015 Try cleaning the contacts on the ignition barrel first, been known for that to cause the problem you describe. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Muddyf Posted January 12, 2015 Author Share Posted January 12, 2015 Thanks Krzys, I'll whip out the ignition barrel tonight and clean the contacts. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Muddyf Posted January 12, 2015 Author Share Posted January 12, 2015 That fixed it, I couldn't see the contacts due to all the gunk on them, quick clean and now working nicely. Thank again Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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