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Ignition Switch Replacement Service

How much does a Ignition Switch Replacement cost?

On average, the cost for a Subaru Baja Ignition Switch Replacement is $370 with $230 for parts and $140 for labor. Prices may vary depending on your location.

CarServiceEstimateShop/Dealer Price
2004 Subaru BajaH4-2.5LService typeIgnition Switch ReplacementEstimate$792.10Shop/Dealer Price$954.98 - $1435.50
2006 Subaru BajaH4-2.5LService typeIgnition Switch ReplacementEstimate$783.09Shop/Dealer Price$944.20 - $1423.40
2003 Subaru BajaH4-2.5LService typeIgnition Switch ReplacementEstimate$1105.91Shop/Dealer Price$1347.75 - $2069.08
2004 Subaru BajaH4-2.5L TurboService typeIgnition Switch ReplacementEstimate$606.45Shop/Dealer Price$723.42 - $1070.16
2006 Subaru BajaH4-2.5L TurboService typeIgnition Switch ReplacementEstimate$606.45Shop/Dealer Price$724.90 - $1072.74
2005 Subaru BajaH4-2.5LService typeIgnition Switch ReplacementEstimate$783.09Shop/Dealer Price$944.36 - $1423.69
2005 Subaru BajaH4-2.5L TurboService typeIgnition Switch ReplacementEstimate$606.45Shop/Dealer Price$723.44 - $1070.19
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What is the Ignition Switch all about?

The ignition switch, located on the steering column or in the dashboard, takes the power from the battery and directs it to all the accessories and electrical components of your car. It also transfers the power to the starter when you turn the ignition key. If the starter does not receive power from the ignition key, the car will not start. When the ignition switch goes bad, your car may not start and the accessories (lights, radio, etc.) may not work. Replacing an ignition switch can be as simple as removing a few screws to access the ignition switch, or as complicated as removing the whole steering column.

Ignition Switch

Keep in mind:

  • After an ignition switch is replaced, all electrical components should be checked to ensure proper operation.

How it's done:

  • Check the condition of the ignition switch.
  • Remove and replace the ignition switch if it is bad.
  • Verify operation of electrical components.

Our recommendation:

The battery feeds power to ignition switch, so it is important for the ignition system that the battery is in good condition. Don't put too much weight on your key ring because this can damage the key and the tumbler part of the ignition switch. If there is no power inside the car (none of the electrical components are working), have the mechanic inspect the main fuses. If the fuses are good, then the mechanic should inspect the ignition switch and other electrical components.

What common symptoms indicate you may need to replace the Ignition Switch?

  • Car may not start.
  • Car starts then dies.
  • Some electrical components may not work (radio, clock, lights, etc.).

How important is this service?

The ignition switch serves to send power from the battery. When you turn your key to turn on your vehicle, the ignition switch takes power from the battery and sends it to the starter, which allows your vehicle to turn on. When you turn on any electrical components in your vehicle (such as your lights, radio, and air conditioning), the ignition switch draws power from the battery, and sends it to these electrical components to power them. When your ignition switch stops working, your starter and your electrical components have no way of drawing power from your battery. With a faulty ignition switch, you won’t be able to use your radio, lights, or air conditioning, and you won’t be able to turn on your vehicle. In extreme cases, a broken ignition switch won’t allow you to turn your vehicle off, even if you remove the key.

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Chet

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Chet
42 years of experience
Subaru Baja H4-2.5L - 15,000 Miles Maintenance Service - San Diego, California
Chet was very professional, knowledgeable and nice. He completed the work as requested and let us know about a couple of things that needed work. He also suggested new tires, even though he and the company don't sell tires. I feel very comfortable driving my Baja again.

Michael

26 years of experience
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Michael
26 years of experience
Subaru Baja H4-2.5L - Pre-purchase Car Inspection - Spanaway, Washington
Michael turned up on time, communicated well (I was not there since it was a car I wanted inspected which was 80 miles away). When I previously test drove the car (a 2006 Subaru Baja) it seemed really good but Michael's report raised a number of issues that made me realize that I would have to spend several thousand of $$$ on the car to fix. I was disappointed by his report but he saved me a lot of money in the long run. After he ran the inspection he called me and we discussed the various issues he found which was really helpful. Thanks Mike, I can whole-heartedly recommend him.

AL

13 years of experience
245 reviews
AL
13 years of experience
Subaru Baja H4-2.5L - Crankshaft Harmonic Balancer - Littleton, Colorado
Knowledgeable and very friendly, answered all my questions along the way. Very satisfied with Al's work! 5 stars!

Mike

27 years of experience
265 reviews
Mike
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Subaru Baja H4-2.5L - Car is not starting - Ann Arbor, Michigan
Very friendly, helpful, timely & knowledgable.

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