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306 HDI Ignition Switch Problems - steve1001 - 23-12-2021
Hi
I'm back!
Took the 306 for an MOT today. They gave it back to me with a busted ignition switch tumbler!
When I insert the key and turn the key, I meet resistance and can't turn the key enough to release the steering lock. After 10 or so attempts I can finally release the steering lock and start the engine, but it is extremely hit or miss.
Has anyone had first hand experience of this problem?
I assume it is the tumbler at fault. But could it be something else?
Can I simply get a tumbler from another 306 and fit it in this 306? Or is there some coded stuff to prevent that. I don't mind having a key for the central locking and another key for the ignition.
I have a spare 306 I am using for parts, so I can rob the key and bits off of that one if required.
Thanks
Steve
RE: 306 HDI Ignition Switch Problems - steve1001 - 26-12-2021
I managed to sort it out.
I fitted the ignition switch barrel assembly from the spare donor 306 I have.
I removed the circuit board and little black transponder chip from my existing key, and fitted those into the key that fits the donor barrel.
A very small plastic lug had broken on the plastic electrical switch housing on the barrel assembly. I think the broken plastic lug was fouling the electrical switch mechanism and preventing it from turning properly. I removed the broken lug and the faulty barrel appears to work well again. I can't fathom out what the plastic lug does. It seems to cushion or locate the steering lock bar or something.
I will keep the old barrel as a spare!
Thanks for looking.
RE: 306 HDI Ignition Switch Problems - Mighty306 - 28-12-2021
I'd give cleaning & lubricating the barrel first n then consider replacing it if that doesn't help. Replacements are available, incl on eBay but I've no idea if they're anyy good..https://www.ebay.co.uk/sch/i.html?_nkw=peugeot+306+ignotion+switch&_trksid=p2322090.m4084.l1313
I had a similar issue but often couldn't remove the key. A good aquurt with some electrical contact cleaner & lubricant seemed to sort it out.
RE: 306 HDI Ignition Switch Problems - steve1001 - 04-01-2022
(28-12-2021, 09:01 AM)Mighty306 Wrote: I'd give cleaning & lubricating the barrel first n then consider replacing it if that doesn't help. Replacements are available, incl on eBay but I've no idea if they're anyy good..https://www.ebay.co.uk/sch/i.html?_nkw=peugeot+306+ignotion+switch&_trksid=p2322090.m4084.l1313
I had a similar issue but often couldn't remove the key. A good aquurt with some electrical contact cleaner & lubricant seemed to sort it out.
I oiled the key barrel, but that did not sort it out. As I say, the broken plastic tab seemed to be the cause of my problem.
Steve