Ignition switch sticking

[jtbishop]

A quick question about the ignition switch in my 1981 109 V8 - today for some reason the ignition sticks in the starter motor position and doesn't spring back as it should.

Is there a fix for this or does this mean a new replacement? If a new one is required what is the part number? The parts catalogue lists551508, but I've also seen 579085 listed for the Series III.

Thanks

[Les Parker]

Hello there,

Part number 551508 is for non-steering lock petrol Series III's, 579085 is for the Series III with steering lock.
From the info given, it looks like your switch has reached it "sell-by" date and needs to be replaced.

[singingcamel]

try some lithium or graphite on the key . graphite the switch as well . then decide whether it needs replacing..marc