Ignition switch

[Petec 2]

Hi all 

I’m looking for some advice please to identify the Contacts on the ignition switch from my mk 3 cortina , (pre-facelift, 1600 L) ,

I would like to Carry out continuity test but I’m not sure which one is which.

I’ve had problems for a long time now, trying to start the Cortina .

I’ve tried all the normal stuff 

1, new distributor cap / new leads /condenser and points

2, set timing ( 100 times 🤪) 

3, bypass petrol tank in case petrol is old/ dirty 

4, taking carburettor off ultrasonic clean and rebuild  

im running out of ideas and don’t really want to take it to the garage , as it’s supposed to be my project i’m sure you can understand my feelings 

any help most appreciated .

regards 

pete

P,s I was going to add photos of the switch but The file is too big .

[sierra3dr 50]

Have you tried putting a temporary inline fused 12v wire to the coil?

[sierra3dr 50]

it is to bypass the ballast wire

[Petec 2]

Hi  

no I have but Weill give it a go , I’m desperate for this thing to start.

[sheffieldcortinacentre 641]

Red  = permanent live

Black = live to coil,

Black/yellow = starter

Yellow= radio

Grey = parking light feed I think.

[Petec 2]

Thanks for that now I can put a test on it and sort it out once, and for all hopefully 🤞