Service Manual

GLOSSARY
Demystification Glossary 3 - 21
Testing
1. Disconnect the switch from the wiring harness.
2. Verify that continuity exists between the terminals
listed for the switch position. Verify that there is
NO continuity between terminals not listed for the
switch (Figure 30).
Figure 30
mvc-167x
Switch, Key
(P/N 92-6785)
Purpose
This component provides the proper switching for the
starter, ignition, accessories, and safety circuits (Figure
31).
How It Works
Detents inside the switch give it four positions: OFF,
LIGHTS (ACCESSORIES), RUN, and START. The
START position is spring loaded so the cylinder
automatically returns to RUN once the key is released.
Terminals of the ignition switch as viewed from the
terminal end (Figure 31).
Figure 31
ignitionswitch1
Position Condition
Off +M + - M
Start B + A + S
Run B + A
B
S
+M
A
-M
B = Battery voltage “in”
S = Starting Circuit
I = Safety & Ignition Circuit
R = Regulator Circuit
L = Light Circuit
Glossary