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another ignition switch question

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The blade connector on the side of the switch gives a momentary ground to the case when in the start position... what is connected to this I haven't found a thing that this does on the diagrams. Make me go hmm?
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on a 67? i dk.
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Yes a 67 f100
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possible momentary ground to dash warning lights? Ground to turn the lights on (momentarily) while cranking to let you know they work.


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:yt: It is for the brake warning light along with the oil and temp warning lights on the dash. (If so equipped)

This allows you to see if they are functioning and not burned out when you go to start up.
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what an incredible night; ignition switch replaced and dash lights fixed (corrosion on rheostat) makes for a huge mental step.
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