ignition switch issue..Please HELP.

[Zef]

OK...I need some help down here.This morning...go in the 911 for a ride...turn the ignition switch...but unable to go at the spring side that permit to engage the starter.Put it backward...retry...same thing.Look like something broken inside that don`t allow to go further.But I noticed that the steering lock is not functionning anymore.So my baby is stock in the garage...Any clue on that...help will be very appreciated...Thank you.

[john walker's workshop]

the electric part of the switch, which screws onto the bottom of the mechanical steering lock part, is turned by a tab that sticks out of the mechanical part. the tab often breaks off. the steering lock assembly needs to be removed as a unit in order to remove the electric switch from the bottom of it. you can't get at the top screw when it's in the car. then you will find out if that's the problem. if you're lucky, it might only be the electric switch is bad. if you have another electric switch, you can attach it to the plug from the old switch and start it with a screwdriver. don't forget to unlock the steering first.

[Zef]

OK...unit is removed...when I turn the key...nothing happen at the lock at the end of the unit.I removed the switch at the bottom...the plastic tab is there...but the locking tab seem jammed closed...Any clue ?????

[john walker's workshop]

does the car start with just the switch plugged in, and turned with a screwdriver? not much you can do if the mechanical part is worn out. a used one with a key is the cheapest fix. pretty expensive new. the lock only pops out when the key is removed.

[Zef]

Thanks for the advice John...the engine start with the screwdriver...but the locking tab at the end of unit don`t pop out when key is removed...