Rusted E16 external torx bolts for wheel bearing.

[Begle1]

Mine has the ignition switch in the column worn out to the point that it can feel like a bad starter. If you turn the key all the way forward it'll go "thump", lights go out and starter clicks but it doesn't turn over the engine. When I first bought the Jeep I figured it was a bad starter, figured it probably needed one anyways and how hard could a starter replacement be, and that's how I learned started replacements on these suck.

Anyways, the trick with the ignition switch is to turn the key "almost all the way" forward, and it'll start perfect. If I turn the key as much as possible it'll do the "thump- no start" thing every time.

This is one an ignition that is so worn I can pull the key out while it's running.

 

[David A. Warr]

I think that the ignition switch is made so that the key can be taken out while the engine is running.

 

[KJowner]

I think that the ignition switch is made so that the key can be taken out while the engine is running.

It shouldn't be, the key should stay in but 20 years of a heavy bunch of keys bouncing around takes its toll.

 

[David A. Warr]

I can remove the key from the three of mine while they are running. I thought that feature was pretty common on most cars.

 

[KJowner]

Both of mine will only release the key in the off position, the only car that I could pull the key out in any position was a very high mileage Mercedes I had about 30 years ago, that was very worn.
I believe it's a safety feature to prevent the barrel from slipping and applying the steering lock as you are driving.

 

[Mhalloran]

We are a selection of stubborn old men keeping our obsolete Jeeps rolling

I hear you yes. Have no choice because I can’t really afford another new car payment plan every month

 

[Mhalloran]

I had to put a new engine in at 78k miles due to known valve seat issues in heads. Now it’s been running has 148k & going strong, knock wood