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551508G - Ignition Switch – Petrol by LucasElectrical Part Land Rover Range Rover Defender, Series

551508G - Ignition Switch – Petrol

- €37,10
€37,10
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€37,10
OEM Part
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Brand Lucas
Ignition Switch is the key-operated electrical switch mounted on the steering column, at the heart of the ignition and starting circuit.

It selects the accessory, ignition and start positions, feeding the ignition system and energising the starter solenoid on the petrol engines. Wired for negative-earth electrical systems.
Vehicle Model Land Rover Defender up to 2016
Land Rover Series 2 and 3
Fitment Notes SERIES II/IIA/III — 2.25 Petrol, 2.6 6-Cyl Petrol, 3.5 V8 Petrol; negative earth
DEFENDER 1987-2006 — steering column ignition switch
Alternative Codes
551508G55150855158BR 2057SPB501

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Frequently asked questions

What does the 551508G ignition switch do?
The 551508G ignition switch is the key-operated electrical switch on the steering column. It selects the accessory, ignition and start positions, feeding the ignition system and energising the starter solenoid on petrol Land Rovers.
Which models and electrical system does it suit?
It suits Series II, IIA and III petrol models, the 2.25, 2.6 six-cylinder and 3.5 V8, plus the Defender. It's wired for negative-earth systems, so don't fit it to a vehicle converted to positive earth.
How does 551508G relate to Land Rover part 551508?
The 551508G is the AllMakes catalogue reference for the Lucas ignition switch, Land Rover part number 551508. It's the same switch offered under our AllMakes code, specified for petrol, negative-earth Land Rovers.

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