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Later that day it wouldn't stay in the RUN position at all. The key would jump from RUN to ACC immediately after starting the engine... all from a couple short bursts of WD40! To be fair, the real problem was the spring and plastic bits in the  contacts  portion of the ignition switch.
1 The estimate includes labor of $175 to $250 and the cost of parts, ranging from $150 to $300. 2  According to AutoPartsWarehouse.com, prices on replacement ignition switches range from $20 to $100 and up, depending on the complexity of the housing around the ignition switch.he ignition switch is a device consisting of the lock cylinder and the electronic switch. It has two functions: it allows the driver to start the engine at will and it regulates the flow of electricity to the various car accessories. When the ignition system fails to function properly, it will need to be replaced.