slvrcrunch

ive been having some starting issues that are becoming more frequent then usual. i know the ignition switch is a typical thing to go bad, so i was wondering if that is my problem. i will try to start the car, itll attempt to turn over but cuts right off. from key in to cutting off it takes about 4 seconds. the green key light does flash each time. also, i was driving the other day and it tried to cut off on me. again the light was flashing and the car turned off and back on in just a second or two. any help? if it is is there a diy on how to fix it and a price?

thanks

fsttyms1

By cutting off do you mean the car dies or there is no power to any thing?

Flashing key usually means immobilizer or ignition.

slvrcrunch

the car cuts off and there is still power. itll crank then die immediately, and the radio will still be on. havent tried anything else to see if theres power.

adamlee05

Year model helps

slvrcrunch

99 non-navi

Bob_F

My 1999 TL had very similar symptoms that were due to a failing ignition switch. It would start and then immediately die. It would sometimes stall at low RPMs. A few times it stalled between 20 and 40 MPH.

There is a recall in place for the ignition switch in the 1999 TL. If yours has not been replaced yet, Acura will install a new one for free. If it has been replaced already, you can buy one for $100 or less and install it yourself.

My TL is on its 3rd ignition switch. The second one was installed under the recall and I replaced that one myself a couple of years ago.

There's a great DIY install thread link in the Official DIY Thread:

https://acurazine.com/forums/2g-tl-1999-2003-98/new-official-2nd-gen-tl-diy-thread-706083/

fsttyms1

Most likely its your ignition switch.

smartypants

Hi slvrcrunch :

I agree with the rest of the postings. One thing to try....start the car but keep just a little forward pressure on the key in the "on" position (not the start position !) and see if that causes it to keep running and not stall.

If it keeps running then its definitely the switch.

smartypants

slvrcrunch

so once the car is on, put pressure on the key clockwise or counterclockise?

smartypants

That would be clockwise or away from you....just enough pressure to keep the contacts engaged but not enough to kick in the starter.

smartypants

6MTUA5

iTrader: (2)

I had to do this with mine for a while before I finally replaced my switch


It was funny seeing the guys at the tire place trying to start and move my car

slvrcrunch

ok, i will try it tomorrow and let you know the results. thanks