ignition switch to relay ground/short

[bobjohnson5000]

thanks, any idea of where I might find a diagram of where/how the gears are supposed to be set, both inside the steering column and on the ignition switch?

 

[OR VietVet]

You just need to get that little white gear clocked correctly. Sounds like it's one tooth off. It's been a couple years since I had to deal with that, and yeah, it's a headache. Normally the new ignition switch will come with specific instructions. If not, there should be something online or on YouTube.

You can verify that's the problem by unplugging your ignition switch from the lock cylinder. Keep it plugged into the harness. Turn your key forward so the passlock system identifies it. Then rotate a little white gear, and when you push it forward to where it feels spring loaded the engine should turn over. Let off the spring-loaded position once it starts. If it runs normal, it's just a matter of clocking that gear

thanks, any idea of where I might find a diagram of where/how the gears are supposed to be set, both inside the steering column and on the ignition switch?

When I was having the problem, I was told that the install of the new switch teeth are supposed to match the teeth position of the one removed. When I had to crank the key hard to start the vehicle, I just removed the switch and moved the teeth one position and reinstalled and turned the key. At that point I knew I made it worse. I then removed the switch again and moved the teeth 2 positions the other way and then the ignition key would start every time with normal turning of the key. The lights on dash are a sign too.

 

[OR VietVet]

Is there any reason you have yet to supply your vehicle info? Or is every 2007-2014 GMT900 EXACTLY the same?

Welcome to the forum.

 

[rdezs]

When I was having the problem, I was told that the install of the new switch teeth are supposed to match the teeth position of the one removed. When I had to crank the key hard to start the vehicle, I just removed the switch and moved the teeth one position and reinstalled and turned the key. At that point I knew I made it worse. I then removed the switch again and moved the teeth 2 positions the other way and then the ignition key would start every time with normal turning of the key. The lights on dash are a sign too.

This.... Exactly what I ended up doing

 

[rdezs]

If I remember right, the ignition key has to be in the run position. Use your thumb and move the gear until you're up against the spring loaded start position. That puts you in the run position. Key on engine off in other words. Insert ignition switch, if you're on the money it will work just fine

 

[bobjohnson5000]

When I was having the problem, I was told that the install of the new switch teeth are supposed to match the teeth position of the one removed. When I had to crank the key hard to start the vehicle, I just removed the switch and moved the teeth one position and reinstalled and turned the key. At that point I knew I made it worse. I then removed the switch again and moved the teeth 2 positions the other way and then the ignition key would start every time with normal turning of the key. The lights on dash are a sign too.

thanks, going to give it another go.