Blue Pin in ignition switch 2002 P32 Workhorse

[Trek8288]

Originally Posted by Isaac-1

Ultra RV shows the kit is still available, but at $172, it is insanely over priced, as you can likely buy all the bits to duplicate the kit using prime quality parts for under $20

I saw that!!! Crazy. They did have it at $56.00 but it shows "out of stock". Now it is that price. I am going to have the AutoElectrical tech at the shop where I am look at my MH today and see what he can do. I believe that he can do the fix correctly for me.

[Isaac-1]

With a little knowledge one only needs the photos in the installation instructions to get a fair idea of how to build the kit. The hardest part is probably selecting type of size of wire, and knowing how long to cut it. Still that is easy enough to solve, this is not rocket science

[1972VWbus]

https://www.steeringcolumnservices.com/

[Trek8288]

Originally Posted by Isaac-1

With a little knowledge one only needs the photos in the installation instructions to get a fair idea of how to build the kit. The hardest part is probably selecting type of size of wire, and knowing how long to cut it. Still that is easy enough to solve, this is not rocket science

Our electrical tech will be installing correctly the ignition wiring protector in my motorhome as soon as the new plug arrives. I intend to video with instruction this process. I will post same here.

[Trek8288]

UPDATE:
The new ignition Switch was installed correctly with a relay and wired in accordingly. I did video the process and will upload some "as soon as I learn how to do it correctly on youtube.

I will note that the wiring for the switch repair at UltraRV is costly and available but, I would recommend that if someone is going to attempt the repair themselves. The cost to do it correctly yourself is not only close the that cost but is much more labor costly and time. Our electrical tech did the job correctly but even then it took time.

I would also recommend that IF YOU DO NOT KNOW IF YOUR SWITCH IS BAD and it has never failed you MIGHT CONSIDER checking it and if there is evidence of an overload, change the switch and wiring before you are shut down on the road.

[1972VWbus]

I replaced mine just a couple years ago in my P-30 chassis (1994). It is located on the backside lower steering column. The blue pin in your pic is placed there by the manufacture so it is oriented correctly when you install it. This way the switch is in the correct position when the shift lever is moved thru it's range.



The pin is removed once you are sure you've put the vehicle in 'Park' and removed the old one and compare it to the new one. Compare where the shift rod lever hole is on the old one to the new one.


What overloads them is when owner/s add accessory/s. Quite a lot stock runs thru this connector.



I replaced mine due to age and an assurance of knowing whether the switch was running overloaded. It wasn't (no burnt signs) I did notice the orange wire on mine was not connected to it's spade fully. Replaced the switch with a GM one. Roughly 1.5 hrs from start to finish.


I also highly recommend replacing the engine block to frame ground braid cable.

[donr103]

Looking FORWARD to vid.. which they could do vids here.. I am learning a lot from you members and really from my heart thank you.. I do not have 300.00 ( to many medical bills) to throw at the kit I see on ebay.. I have only one ignition wire starting to show over heat.. I can't remember the pin or color.. I have an archive pictures and will have to try and get back to you all for opinions.. but for now.. thank you for this post.. I will be reading..
Good luck and keep us posted

[donr103]

My ignition switch p# U9L18 706B green in color.. pin 13 in male part green.. goes to heavy orange wire.. is showing signs of getting hot.. any opinions ?
Good luck and keep us posted

[1972VWbus]

Originally Posted by donr103

My ignition switch p# U9L18 706B green in color.. pin 13 in male part green.. goes to heavy orange wire.. is showing signs of getting hot.. any opinions ?
Good luck and keep us posted

Not seeing anything with that part number on Google. You certain it's correct?


If the switch is showing signs of getting hot I first check to make sure all the connections are a tight fit on their spade/s. If so, then plan on replacing the switch before a trip.

[donr103]

Thank you.. Will do.. maybe carry extra one too..
Good luck and keep us posted

[1972VWbus]

Originally Posted by donr103

Thank you.. Will do.. maybe carry extra one too..
Good luck and keep us posted

Those darn switches fail at the worst possible time...in traffic, waiting for ferry etc...when I replaced mine it looked still new but a new GM one ensured me that it likely would be out of the equation any time soon.

[Skip426]

Originally Posted by 1972VWbus

Those darn switches fail at the worst possible time...in traffic, waiting for ferry etc...when I replaced mine it looked still new but a new GM one ensured me that it likely would be out of the equation any time soon.

Without installing the relay to relieve the load from the ignition switch , installing a new switch is just a temporary fix.
Chrysler used the Saginaw steering column for a number of years, with the same ignition switch and had similar failures due to the overloaded circuit , that required installing a relay as permanent repair.

[Trek8288]

The biggest problem with the switch failing is that IF IT FAILS and the wiring is cooked this WILL lock up the AutoPark Brake system and could leave you locked up in the middle of the freeway. So, Be very concerned and cautious about this. Make sure your switch is new and or not overloaded and burnt. Mine almost locked up on the freeway, it did lock the starter out. But, it did lock up at the gas pump. I did, after some time, get it started, that is when I started digging into what was going on and discovered the switch problem. So wait.

[donr103]

Can't wait for your update and hopefully you tub vid.. I installed genie lamp system with alarm to warn me.. I can install my own hd 40amp relays.. but old and with many injuries.. I am very slow.. please keep us posted... love to see your fix..
Good luck and keep us posted
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