Hyundai Sonata / Azera Ignition Switch REPLACEMENT 2006-2010 starter problem key switch faulty

[@NoNonsenseKnowHow]

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[@MLNish]

Hey All, just did this and completed everything in about 20 minutes and wanted to share with you what I did to avoid the key won't turn problem I've been seeing in the comments section and in other forums. Like in the video, I did remove the side fuse panel, the door moulding, and the two screws on the side. Then removed the two bottom screws where your legs would be when driving. Before pulling the lower panel off towards the drivers seat, there is a lock tab on the side where the first two screws removed are at. Push/pull to release before pulling lower panel. I only did this to allow light in and see what I'm doing. To try to avoid the key won't turn problem, I unplugged the switch BEFORE unscrewing the screw holding the switch to the lock cylinder. Moved the connector off to the side and then removed the screw. Then I turned the key to the ON position. Went back underneath dash and slowly and carefully shimmied the switch out of the cylinder. I was trying to avoid moving the whatever part on the lock cylinder from changing position. Once that was done, got the new switch, lined up the screw hole, and gently and carefully shimmied in the new switch. Again, trying to avoid moving whatever part from changing positions and go straight into the switch. Once I got that in, I held in in place and with my other hand made sure the key turned all the way off and all the way back to the ON position. No problems! Installed the screw back in, put the lower panel back on, and done in about 20 minutes. I did watch the video many times so that did help. Again, lower panel removal not necessary but made it easier for me. Good luck to all who try.

[@NoNonsenseKnowHow]

Thanks so much for your detailed comment! Should definitely help others out!

[@Jonathandiaz44demo]

It only fixes it for a while been there done that still in the se vote

[@tgasstt247]

Thanks for your video. I just did this today and took me less than 10 minutes. And here's how I did it: 1) Disconnected the battery terminals using 10 mm long socket 2) Removed the wiring connector from the ignition switch unit that needs to be replaced 3) Removed the screw using philips head 4) Put the key into ON position 5) Pulled the old switch straight out from the other part. I kind of remember the position or my hand when I pulled the old switch and mimic it when I put the new switch. That way, there will be very minimal movement and wiggling when putting the new switch. 6) Put the new switch (carefully), then put the screw back, then the connector as the last step. 7) Tried to remove the key a couple of times to make sure it's not stuck. 8) Put the battery terminals back.

[@ryanpohia399]

Hey man my wife burnt up 2 starters ,I was at a loss ,so I watched some videos, so I ordered the switch and the key one,you saved me 200 bucks man ,thank you, awesome

[@cdmurray88]

Followed this video for my 2009 Hyundai Accent; exact same process, worked flawlessly. I'm not even a car guy; I've done easy stuff like spark plugs, ignition coils, head lamps, replace a broken door handle, oil change... Now I don't have to reach under the steering column to jiggle the switch to get my car to start. I went ahead and removed the panels because I'm not small or flexible enough to not have; whole process took about 20 min and the part was only $14. thanks for helping me save myself from a day without my car and some hundred dollars in mech costs.

[@NoNonsenseKnowHow]

Glad to hear the video helped you out and thank you very much for the comment!

[@frostyigy6927]

Experienced the same symptoms and arrived at the same diagnosis - this IS the proper fix for a starter that engages following engine crank and when keying ignition into off position while in park. If you value your time and sanity: DO NOT TURN THE KEY IN THE IGNITION LOCK CYLINDER AFTER REMOVING THE STARTER IGNITION SWITCH. Turning the key out of the “on” position after removal of the ignition switch misaligns the rotating pin that the switch slides onto. This turns a 5 minute repair into a 4 hour job. If you are mechanically inclined and made the same mistake I did: with the key turned to the “ACC” position, remove the ignition lock cylinder (by pressing down on a small spring-loaded pin directly behind the gold screw on the left side of the cylinder lock assembly - pull the key with the assembly straight out). After removing the lock cylinder depress the spring loaded internal pinion from the front while simultaneously rotating the start switch pin (rectangular pin that fits into the start switch) with a pair of needle nose pliers into the proper position from the back. Maintain pressure on the internal pinion from the front and realign the start switch from the back. Once the start switch meshes and the pin bottoms out inside, tighten down the screw on the top of the start switch. From the front, position the rotational engagment mechanism with a pair of pliers (grip the metal with pliers so as to not damage the plastic spring loaded pinion). After alignment insert the ignition lock cylinder assembly straight back in until you hear a click. This will fix the problem if you are unable to reinsert the new ignition switch.

[@richardksmith]

Jordan: you are a lifesaver. I made the same mistake - moved the key - and was able to fix things (eventually) using your help. I added a couple of tips (above) as a help to amateurs like me who might get themselves in over their heads. I think the key step, which I missed, is recognizing the importance of your comment "position the rotational engagement mechanism" and realizing that that means "move from "RUN" (which allows the back/switch to get in) to ACC (which allows the front/lock to get in). Thanks again, and I did it in less than 4 hours. Three to be exact! :-) Of course, now, I could do the whole thing in half an hour!

[@aaronmurphy2049]

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[@kchild7953]

Thanks!!! My 2007 Sonata would sometimes turn over and start in the '"On" position without me having to twist it all the way to "Start". Your video, a $15 part, and about 1 hour was all I needed to fix the problem. Thanks!

[@NoNonsenseKnowHow]

No problem and great to hear the video helped out!

[@richardksmith]

I really WISH I had read all the comments before I started. This works, and it is a great solution for a common problem but definitely do NOT change the position of the key (which should stay in the RUN position) once you start this project. If you start by taking the negative terminal off the battery, you will not have the "bong bong bong" noise, and you won't be tempted to move the key... If you DO move the key, the instructions by Jordan Cote, below, are a great help. Some additions to his suggestions: 1 - install the switch (white plastic) with the connector (grey metal with white spring-loaded pinion) with the switch in the "run" (3rd click as you turn to the right, clockwise) position. 2 - once that is done, fix the switch into the barrel with the screw and then turn the connector 1 click to the left (counter clockwise) into the ACC position. Now it will stay in place. 3. NOW you bring the key . mechanism in from the front with the key in the ACC position. It will slide in without drama. If it doesn't slide in and click, take it apart and fiddle with it a bit and try again.

[@vica2783]

Hi, what do mean “ and then turn the conector to the leafy 1 click ? What is the conector ? Thanks

[@slayz1515]

My key will not turn at all. What do I have to do? I can not put the key in to run because the cylinder is frozen. Key does not turn at all

[@tj12hunt41]

Thank you very much, your description of that was going on matched the problem I had with my 2009 Hyundai Sonata. Your instructions were great and the job was completed in less than 40 minutes. Very thankful for this video ysaved me a trip to the repair shop, and only cost me $14 for the new ignition switch.

[@NoNonsenseKnowHow]

Thank you for the detailed comment and very happy to hear the vid helped you out. Thanks!

[@danieldeleon496]

glad you took the time to open it up an find the real problem good job bro from one mechanic to another

[@stevenvargas1168]

Hi All.Thanks for the video,it worked like a charm and took about 40 minutes. I followed what MLnish recommended and it went in no problem.

[@pjimportservice4023]

We appreciate your time to show and explain this common issue with these cars are 👍

[@NoNonsenseKnowHow]

I appreciate you taking the time to drop a comment! Thanks

[@edburchmore5466]

Great Video, you have saved me $250 CDN - $29 part from NAPA, and the great tip re: the clips

[@NoNonsenseKnowHow]

Ed Burchmore glad to hear it helped you out! How about you extend some of those savings over my way via PayPal. Haha just joking. :)

[@edburchmore5466]

I did find removing the plug from the switch difficult, used a set of long nose needle nose pliers to compress the locking tab, and it came off easily. I dropped the switch off the lock barrel first to get access to the switch. Could be because it was about 30F (-1C) so the plastic was a little stiff. Once released it was drop dead easy to reinstall.

[@ledguy315]

You just saved me a lot of money and time. Thank you for the video!

[@NoNonsenseKnowHow]

ledguy315 no problem thank you for the comment!

[@michaelharris7506]

Thanks for the video just changed my switch out it took about 10. Save me a lot of money.

[@victorradu9645]

THANKS FOR THE VIDEO ! very nicely done and easy to follow

[@NoNonsenseKnowHow]

No problem! Thanks very much for the comment!

[@angelusa7707]

Thanks man works perfect for me thanks so much

[@majhoolmaroof2065]

THANK YOU.. this helped a lot!

[@scamchan]

Looks super easy just don't move that key from RUN position during the swap process.

[@clarencewiles963]

Thumbs up 👍 good view thanks.. a copper bridge ? 😊

[@scottfiocchi596]

excellent to the point video!

[@simonlavelle5572]

Very helpful, thanks for posting

[@NoNonsenseKnowHow]

Great to hear. And no problem

[@gentcollins]

Thanks for the help

[@bisse3008]

Make sure y'all's actual ignition isn't broken before you do this as it won't work again after , i had a problem where my key wasn't turning the engine over so i replaced the ignition switch , but because the actual ignition was broken when i removed the switch it allowed it to fully break letting it not work again , so just fyi make sure you don't have plans before doing this

[@vagnsorensen8345]

Thank you!

[@Blah4551]

Helpful video. So I got the ignition switch part from oreillys auto parts and I replaced the switch with the new one, well I tested it by starting up my vehicle 4 time and no issues well I went to leave walmart and turned the key and it didnt want to start again the first time so the second time I turned the key it started right up. Could it be that I got a defected part from the auto parts store? I got a 2009 Sonata limited v6 with 148,000 miles on it.

[@NoNonsenseKnowHow]

Yes that's certainly possible.

[@Jonathandiaz44demo]

I have done both my 2009 Hyundai sonata it did not fix no problem

[@damontimmons5297]

@@Jonathandiaz44demo what did the problem end up being??

[@Jonathandiaz44demo]

@@damontimmons5297 I pulled the starter and cleaned the connectors really really good 1 year in no problem

[@worldsgreatest2743]

I have a 2009 azera limited and it's not the same as the sonata. You have more brackets to un bolt to even see the area you are showing once the lower dash is taken off but besides that I'm hoping it's the same way to replace the ignition switch.

[@NoNonsenseKnowHow]

Got you. Okay, thanks for adding that information

[@Jonathandiaz44demo]

It is not ignition switch it is not a starter it is not a neutral safety switch I have replaced a lot of stuff for my 2009 Hyundai sonata which they are not the same cars but still have the same ignition problems if you figure out something let me know as well I'll let you know

[@jondrayna6978]

OK, got it figured out and all fixed. If you have the same problem I had - new switch not going back in - you have to temporarily take out the lock cylinder. Here's how: kzbin.info/www/bejne/eYbFZp9naNZqock. Then, reach into the hole that the cylinder came out of and turn the doojinkus inside of there (with the little white plastic spring-loaded thing poking out of it) to the Run position. THEN you can install the switch. Then - and here's the trick - turn the doojinkus back to the ACCY position. You may need to use a needlenose or something. Then you can reinstall the cylinder. Took a little jiggering but eventually it just popped right in.

[@travisread7537]

Thank you! This was what I needed to get the ignition switch back in.

[@ahmadsobhie1945]

My car is hyundai grand xg 2004 ignition is good but bell chime is not work with on ignition but the chime work with open door and seat belt please tell me what i can do to repair ignition chime.?

[@DawsonWilson-f5c]

I have a kai specta it's been doing the same thing should I do anything to the starter and or fly wheel before they become a problem

[@alariasun2201]

Also happening with the Azera 2008 also!!!

[@NoNonsenseKnowHow]

Thanks for the comment. I just updated the title. Did you find a repair to be the same?

[@xXOkamiWolfXx]

The piece that goes inside the ignition switch from the lock cylinder I believe appears move around too much and apparently now isnt the center for the ignition switch. The small black piece where the small rectangle opening goes into. I looks like it moved down forced by a spring and is now too low for the switch. Any ideas?

[@NoNonsenseKnowHow]

Sorry no ideas off hand. I would have to look at it

[@amywyatt7185]

We have a 2006 Azera, and we are having problems with it starting sometimes, and not starting sometimes. We replaced the starter, and it didn't help. We were thinking the ignition tumbler. Do you think the ignition switch would be the best place to start?

[@NoNonsenseKnowHow]

When it doesn't start, are you getting 12 volts to the single small wire going to the starter?

[@jazzsounds8159]

@@NoNonsenseKnowHow just broke off the key in the cylinder, can I just replace the cylinder? I was able to get the broken pc out, with a scroll saw blade.

[@Jonathandiaz44demo]

No did not fix nothing

[@damontimmons5297]

@@NoNonsenseKnowHowall dash lights come on. Won't start no power to stater after replacing the ignition!! Any advice?

[@jondrayna6978]

Thanks a mil for this ... super helpful. However, I can't get the new switch to go back in all the way. It hits the metal tab coming out of the back of the lock cylinder. Tried everything. Any advice?

[@rickromeo2910]

Jon Drayna got into an accident with a 2008 Honda Sonata call will not start turning over but will not start no fire in the spark plug

[@jondrayna6978]

I'm not a mechanic.

[@brandylynn9552]

This is the problem we are having cannot get the new one to go back in and has anyone figured out what to do to get it to go back in all the way

[@Jonathandiaz44demo]

Have to be on accessory when pulling it out and accessory going back in

[@alancox5629]

I can't seem to get the ignition switch back on all the way, and now my key is stuck inside the ignition.. any ideas?

[@NoNonsenseKnowHow]

Sorry to hear you're having some troubles. No ideas come to mind without actually seeing it. Sorry I couldn't be of more help

[@Sauccy.c]

Did you ever figure this out???

[@rydellwanzer1650]

I have a 08 azera and I was told I need a new ignition lock cylinder but my car does the same exact thing

[@Nordic_E.T.]

Thanks

[@brianjohnson9456]

I’m gonna do it. I ordered the switch because when I turn the key? NOTHING! Not even the clicks, so I’m thinking it’s the ignition switch and not everything else like the battery, starter etc, which I replaced. Any other pointers on this issue I’d appreciate if you guys see something I don’t see. Thanks guys & gals!

[@wesleyspears2121]

I’m having the same exact issue, it’s not the battery, not the alternator or starter. Did you figure it out?

[@brianjohnson9456]

@@wesleyspears2121the starter was the issue, I finally took it to a garage, had to buy another starter, they installed it & now everything is just fine. Ya live and learn, some things you gotta bite the bullet & deal with certified mechanics. Starters you can’t play with…

[@Khanflomah]

HELLO? you cant get the ignition switch to turn to the run position. If folks COULD, what would POSSIBLY be the reason for changing the friggin thing!?

[@NoNonsenseKnowHow]

Broken key? Also There are two parts. A lock cylinder and an ignition switch. This video is for the ignition switch.

[@Khanflomah]

@@NoNonsenseKnowHow a bunch of Liquid Wrench, that sat in the car for 2 days, Doors closed, in the arizona sun at 114 degrees, AND then trying to push the little clip that folk like you are saying to press, AND THEN trying to jiggle the key while pressing that little push button with an Allen wrench (very hard to do) And it jiggled free... So it was a combination of your video AND the videos of others... I just did it.

[@laydout4934]

My ignition wont turn at all. Will the ignition lock cylinder still come out?

[@NoNonsenseKnowHow]

No, to the best of my knowledge you will need to use a locksmith or somehow pick it. To remove the cylinder from the housing you must be able to put it into the Run position

[@williamjsk5130]

How about Hyundai sonata 2011 ??

[@NoNonsenseKnowHow]

I'm not sure. I would assume it's probably similar

[@arunvikram1]

I have the same issue. But how do I know if it is the ignition switch or ignition lock cylinder?

[@NoNonsenseKnowHow]

Remove the ignition switch and start it with a flat blade screwdriver. See if the problem persists

[@Jonathandiaz44demo]

It is not ignition switch or lock cylinder I wish this guy could just be a little more pacific on what to look for I have a 2009 Hyundai sonata changed everything that I possibly could and I'm still having the same problem

[@Jonathandiaz44demo]

I have a 2009 Hyundai sonata with ignition problems turn the key everything comes on the car just won't turn over it's something doing with the signal going to the starter if anybody can figure this out please give me heads up I will do the same if I figure it out I've already done neutral safety switch ignition cylinder ignition lock cylinder ignition switch in a couple of other things

[@damontimmons5297]

Did you figure out the issue? Im having the same problem

[@russelltorres111]

My car just clicks once and won't start. The lights on dash stay on. Battery is good. I already replaced starter. Could this be my ignition switch?

[@jamesconder9304]

how do you replace the switch if the key will not turn at all?

[@NoNonsenseKnowHow]

Jade Conder you would have to replace the the ignition lock cylinder if jt is damaged or get a locksmith to rekey it

[@MsVivian4979]

I have one key that works and one that doesn't. What does that mean? The one that doesn't work did work for awhile.

[@NoNonsenseKnowHow]

It could be that key just got so worn out that it doesn't work anymore. Or the ignition lock is worn out

[@MsVivian4979]

@@NoNonsenseKnowHow is there a battery inside?

[@NoNonsenseKnowHow]

@@MsVivian4979 if you have the key that has built-in features on it then yes. But you're saying it doesn't even turn the ignition? Honestly it's hard to really give you advice without seeing it. Sorry I can't be of more help. This video is mainly just to show you how to replace the switch

[@felixsanchez7090]

Real fucking great I can't get the new one in

[@NoNonsenseKnowHow]

Did you put it in the on position?

[@felixsanchez7090]

Yes the key grabbed my shirt and turned the car on without the part in and the car would not turn off!

[@davidboone9493]

I have a 2012 santa fe and swapped the ignition switch I did not turn the key while the switch was out. I placed the new switch in and now my key is stuck in the run position

[@NoNonsenseKnowHow]

If you take the ignition switch back off does the key then turn again?

[@davidboone9493]

Any feed back on how to fix the issue and get my key back out?

[@davidboone9493]

@@NoNonsenseKnowHow just wiggles doesn't actually change positions

[@NoNonsenseKnowHow]

@@davidboone9493 did you try taking the ignition switch back off?

[@davidboone9493]

@@NoNonsenseKnowHow Yes I did,how would realign the pin inside? seems that the key is off the on position.

[@dhansukvachhani1998]

You do not show the main part of how to take off the kick panel

[@NoNonsenseKnowHow]

You don't actually have to take the kick panel off, I just removed it to be able to get a better shot of how it's done.

[@CowbellofPoverty]

How can you do this without having the key?

[@NoNonsenseKnowHow]

You would probably have to call a locksmith. There may be a way but I'm not sure I hand. Besides picking the lock. Or drilling it out

[@CowbellofPoverty]

@@NoNonsenseKnowHow But I can remove the whole assembly without having the key right? I plan on just putting a new assembly in that already has keys.

[@NoNonsenseKnowHow]

@@CowbellofPoverty I would have to look back at the video. I don't remember off hand but usually you need the key to remove the assembly

[@CowbellofPoverty]

@@NoNonsenseKnowHow Crap.

[@dbhandsome8472]

I noticed you didn't disconnect the battery. wouldn't that be safer or is there nothing to worry about?

[@NoNonsenseKnowHow]

Kierre Sims, good question. It is always safer to disconnect the battery. But is it needed for this particular job, no. until you are more familiar with which jobs it really makes a difference on it's always best to disconnect the battery. Certainly a safer bet. thanks for watching and I hope it helps you out some

[@dbhandsome8472]

I can't get the new one back inside. any suggestions?

[@ESnaps]

Good question I'm stuck on that now

[@rodneyharrison7584]

I got the same thing going on got it out but can not get it back in

[@andrewtraywick9603]

Where to find the part

[@NoNonsenseKnowHow]

Link in description

[@quintingunn2742]

? what if the key won't turn can you still get the switch off

[@NoNonsenseKnowHow]

Quintin Gunn you would need to replace the entire lock cylinder as well then. Or get a locksmith to rekey it and get it to turn

[@johnhamilton9229]

Hot soft grease

[@ryanpohia399]

I ripped it apart and it was way wore out

[@landonohlinger2708]

I can't turn switch

[@ctoenail6093]

How do you know if it's the ignition switch for sure?! My car won't even crank over but all the lights come on and we checked the battery and it's fine. Any idea's?! I need some help, please!! :/

[@NoNonsenseKnowHow]

C ToeNail check if the small wire on the starter motor is getting 12 volts when somebody attempts to crank the engine. If it is then tap the starter with a hammer or pipe

[@ctoenail6093]

Thank you. I will do that and be in touch. You're awesome!! :) :)

[@Jonathandiaz44demo]

What did you do to fix it mine's having the same problem I've done a lot of things to try to fix it and still have not figured it out 2009 Hyundai sonata

[@fathersonrepairdiy]

Thank you so much! This really helped and fixed my 2008 Hyundai Sonata also--here is how I fixed mine: kzbin.info/www/bejne/j3aYd2yrfpqJpsU