59 ignition switch

[60eldo]

   I bought a 59 fleetwood and the ignition swicth is missing, plug is there. Is there any way of crossing wires to get it to the on position so I can check to see if lites pw are working.

[J. Gomez]

   I bought a 59 fleetwood and the ignition swicth is missing, plug is there. Is there any way of crossing wires to get it to the on position so I can check to see if lites pw are working.

Johnny,

Just to do an “ACC” check you can place a jumper at the ignition switch between the “red” (+12V) and “yellow” wires for ACC position. Although the "ACC" just provides the +12V to the accessories radio, antenna, fans, etc. the lights e.g. headlights, interior lights, brake, etc. are all direct feed to the main +12V.

The “pink” is for the “IGN” position and the “violet/purple” is for the “SOL” position, you need to leave the +12V at the “pink” wire and tap the “SOL” as well if you need to start/crank the engine.

Also, you can do a Google search and find the wiring diagram for reference if you still do not have a Service Manual handy, although the Service Manual is a must.

Good luck..!

[Lexi]

Further to Jose's post, attached are 2 images of the 1959 Cadillac wiring diagram from the '59 shop manual. It would not scan well as it is spread over 2 pages so I took one overall photo plus one close up of the page that shows the ignition switch wiring and connections. Hope this helps. Clay/Lexi

[Skwerly62]

Johnny K I have an extra if you need one. No bezels etc though.

Chris

[Daddio]

Hot wire 101 

[60eldo]

 No I dont need a switch, I bought a 59 fleetwood and somone hit the switch with a screw driver and hammer, i wanted to check all electrical. But I got it now to turn on with my screw driver haha thanks all, I want to part this thing out later and wanted to no what works