Ignition switch replacement 1989 Pace Arrow

Have you tried rockauto.com or partsgeek.com.

If unable to find on line, may consider in going to a dealer.

defintely sounds like fuse or relay. also could be relay for your headlights thats runs to the ignition switch as well. trace your wires from ignition switch out through the firewall and see where they go. may need to have second person help. Wherever the wires go is prob your problem. Most likely a relay. also check for any hot wires loose touching thats shortening the circuits.

Hi there:Bad installing or a problem with the connections. The most likely problem is a bad ignition switch. To find out for sure, remove the plastic covers over the steering column and remove the 2 screws holding the ignition switch in place. Make sure the mechanism coming from the key is turning the ignition switch. If the mechanism works fine, replace the ignition switch.

I would suggest removing the ignition switch and checking the mechanism in the column to make sure it is actually turning the ignition switch off.


You could have a wiring problem, you will have to follow all the wiring from the ignition switch down the column and into the harness, there is sure to be a short in the wiring harness, that is if as you said you replaced the ignition switch for a new one.

To test this, remove the plastics around the steering column and pull out the wiring plug to the ignition switch, if the ignition turns off you have another faulty ignition switch if it stays on wiring harness has shorted out.


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it would be cheaper to have a locksmith make a key to fit your old ignition lock. I dont know why you didnt do that, before ordering a lock cylinder. Nothing on a MB is cheap. the key is the cheapest thing there is.

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you will have to contact pace arrow if still in business for the 120 volt wireing.they are all pretty much the same in similar years motor home so generic rv how to manuel would be ok.contact chevrolet for a cab and chassis manuel. as a side note, on the 120 volt system the black wire is not a ground.it is the hot wire.the white wire is nutral[ground] the 12 volt stuff is color coded like a 1984 chevy

This is what it looks like to replace it....you decide on what your level of mechanical knowledge is. I hope this helps you!

Removal & Installation

1. Disconnect the negative battery cable.
   
2. Remove the lower instrument cluster cover as follows:
   
   1. Remove the steering wheel. Refer to Section 8.
      
   2. Remove the 2 column cover screws and the cover.
      
   3. Remove the 9 cluster module mounting screws.
      
   4. Carefully pull the cluster module outward and disconnect the electrical connectors.
      
   5. Remove the ignition switch illumination bulb and remove the cluster module.
      
   6. Loosen the 2 cover hinge screws and the 6 upper cluster cover screws. Remove the cover.
      
   7. Remove the lower cluster cover panel.
      
3. Remove the lap duct and the defrost duct.
   
4. Remove the mounting nuts from the hinge bracket.
   
5. Remove the steering column upper mounting bolts/nuts and allow the steering column to hang down.
   
6. Remove the screw securing the ignition switch to the ignition switch housing.
   
7. Disconnect the 4 ignition switch snap connectors located to the left of the steering column.
   
8. Remove the protective looming from the ignition switch wires.
   
9. Note the position of each wire in the 4-terminal connector for installation reference. Disconnect the 2 wires (green wire and red wire/orange tracer) of the key-in warning buzzer at the 4-terminal connector by disengaging the tang with a paperclip or other suitable tool.
   

To install:

1. Connect the 2 wires of the key-in warning buzzer to the 4-terminal connector as follows:
   
   1. Align the flat side of the wire end with the grooved portion of the connector.
      
   2. Push the wire into the connector until the locking tang engages the end of the wire.
      
2. Install the protective looming around the ignition switch wires.
   
3. Connect the 4 snap electrical connectors of the ignition switch to their mating connectors, pushing together until the locking tangs are in place.
   
4. Install the ignition switch into the switch housing and secure it with the screw.
   
5. Raise the steering column into position. Install the upper bracket bolts and tighten to 12-17 ft. lbs. (16-23 Nm).
   
6. Install the cluster support nuts and tighten to 6.5-10 ft. lbs. (8.8-14 Nm). Install the hinge bracket nuts and tighten to 12-17 ft. lbs. (16-23 Nm).
   
7. Install the lap duct and defroster duct.
   
8. Install the lower cluster cover panel and the cluster cover.
   
9. Install the ignition switch illumination bulb. Connect the electrical connectors and install the cluster module with the attaching screws.
   
10. Install the column cover and the steering wheel.
    
11. Connect the negative battery cable and check ignition switch operation.
    

Ignition switch removal and installation—1989 Probe

I would take another look at how the two batteries are connected to one another. Here is a schematic to go by
12 Volt Battery Wiring

The leveling jacks are hydraulic and will need battery power but the vehicle does not need to be running. Cheapest way out for the ignition switch would probably be a local locksmith. It should run maybe $60-$80 to have a new key cut without the need to remove the ignition lock.

REMOVAL

1. On models equipped with airbag, disarm airbag as described under MAINTENANCE PROCEDURES/AIRBAG SYSTEM DISARMING.
2. On all models, disconnect battery ground cable.
3. Remove ignition switch as described under STARTING AND CHARGING SYSTEMS/COMPONENT REPLACEMENT AND REPAIR PROCEDURES/IGNITION SWITCH.
4. Remove key light case from lock body, if equipped.
5. On 1989 Accord models, place ignition lock cylinder in the ACC position.
6. On except 1989 Accord, place ignition lock in the I position.
7. On all models, position suitable punch into hole on lock cylinder housing and depress pin, then remove lock cylinder from housing.

INSTALLATION

1. On 1989 Accord models, install ignition lock cylinder as follows:

1. Place ignition lock cylinder in the LOCK position.
2. Rotate key until it is almost at the ACC position, then insert lock cylinder until pin contacts housing.
3. Rotate key to ACC position, then push pin in and insert lock cylinder into housing until pin clicks into place.

1. On except 1989 Accord, install ignition lock cylinder as follows:

1. Place ignition lock cylinder in the O position.
2. Rotate key until it is almost at the I position, then insert lock cylinder until pin contacts housing.
3. Rotate key to I position, then push pin in and insert lock cylinder into housing until pin clicks into place.

1. Install ignition switch and connect battery ground cable.

SRS wire harness is routed near the ignition switch.

CAUTION:

• All SRS electrical wiring harnesses are covered with yellow outer insulation.
• Before disconnecting the SRS wire harness, install the short connector on the airbag.
• Replace the entire affected SRS harness assembly if it has an open circuit or damaged wiring.

IGNITION SWITCH

1. Remove the steering wheel, then remove the steering column covers.
2. Disconnect the 7-P connector from the under-dash fuse box.
3. Insert the key and turn it to "0."
4. Remove the 2 screws and replace the base of the switch.