So little update it was a combination of a worn ignition barrel (that already had been replaced), terrible connection on the common 12v input (brown wire in center) and the ignition switch internals being fully worn out and corroded. So changed...

Safest to say I’ve got all the tools to remove the steering lock and turn it into a screwdriver start if it fully packs up before the parts show up!😂

So the issue is getting worse with the keys now seriously hard to get into the barrel, so I’ve bought a discovery 1 ignition switch (Pt Number STC1435) and I needed 2 new key fobs anyway. So my intention is….. 1) to get the new fobs programmed in...

I was thinking a quick test may be pop the switch off and see if the fault lies with the ignition switch over the lock barrel assembly.

A lot of cosmetic work still to do. The roof was beyond financial repair paint work wise so I went for raptor Bedliner through a HVLP gun to keep the texture down. There is a roof tent in the near future so it’ll be more robust for the inevitable...

Thanks everyone so far. Definitely feels like a wear issue then over a fault as such, from looking through the other posts about ignitions I seem to have got off lightly as my key still turns and I can pull it in and out! I’ve got two cars as...

Evening all, just thought I’d introduce myself as I couldn’t find this section earlier. Bought a 2002 TD5 discovery 2 a month or so ago and have been doing a huge service on it since. So far ive done the following. Battery Coolant pipes Coolant...

First off, new to the forum but couldn’t see a welcome yourself page. I’m new to discovery 2’s but had Land Rovers in the past. Glad to find a forum that seems friendly and approachable. Bought a 2002 TD5 manual for towing and camping with my...