Ignition/starter switch technical information
Manufacturer .. Lucas
Type .. 47SA
Lucas part No. .. 31873
Stanpart No. .. 127651
Lotus Elan ignition/starter switch
Description
The ignition/starter switch is a four-terminal four-position rotary switch designed to control the ignition circuits, starter solenoid and some auxiliary circuits.
Service—No maintenance is required.
Lotus Elan ignition/starter switch rear view
Remove lock barrel
It is possible to remove the lock barrel with or without the key fitted.
Lotus Elan removal of lock barrel
CAUTION: IF THE KEY IS FITTED ENSURE THAT THE SWITCH IS IN THE OFF POSITION.
IT WILL NOT BE POSSIBLE TO REMOVE THE LOCK BARREL IF ANY OTHER POSITION IS SELECTED.
1. Secure suitable probe in vice as shown above.
2. Position switch so probe is inserted through hole in body to depress spring loaded plunger shown below.
3. With plunger depressed use screwdriver as shown above to ease lock barrel from housing.
Lotus Elan lock barrel showing spring loaded plunger
Install lock barrel
1. Lightly lubricate spring loaded plunger.
2. Insert lock barrel in housing. Gently tap home.
Repair—Repair is by replacement.
Manufacturer .. Lucas
Type .. 47SA
Lucas part No. .. 31873
Stanpart No. .. 127651
Lotus Elan ignition/starter switchDescription
The ignition/starter switch is a four-terminal four-position rotary switch designed to control the ignition circuits, starter solenoid and some auxiliary circuits.
Service—No maintenance is required.
Lotus Elan ignition/starter switch rear viewRemove lock barrel
It is possible to remove the lock barrel with or without the key fitted.
Lotus Elan removal of lock barrelCAUTION: IF THE KEY IS FITTED ENSURE THAT THE SWITCH IS IN THE OFF POSITION.
IT WILL NOT BE POSSIBLE TO REMOVE THE LOCK BARREL IF ANY OTHER POSITION IS SELECTED.
1. Secure suitable probe in vice as shown above.
2. Position switch so probe is inserted through hole in body to depress spring loaded plunger shown below.
3. With plunger depressed use screwdriver as shown above to ease lock barrel from housing.
Lotus Elan lock barrel showing spring loaded plungerInstall lock barrel
1. Lightly lubricate spring loaded plunger.
2. Insert lock barrel in housing. Gently tap home.
Repair—Repair is by replacement.