Hey Eric, thanks for replying to this.
That’s what I thought initially that I got a bad “new part” Anyways, found the real culprit…
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Turns out the ignition switch was getting faulty. I ordered a new one, and so far it seems that it’s working just fine. The turning of the key was good also, it clicks into accessory and on position, just like new.
I took apart the actually switch and the contacts seem to be worn out and burnt. As previously mentioned, Mitsubishis, from what I researched, have this common problem with the switch.
On my 2002 Galant here is how I replaced it…
1) Remove 3 philiips screws on the steering column cover and pull it apart. (2 near the adjustment bar and 1 near the ignition switch)
2) I also removed the lower dashboard panel for easier convenience of removing the ignition switch screws. (Total of 4 screws I believe)
3) Locate the ignition switch. It is located directly across from the key cylinder. You will see thick cable connected to it and it is held on my 2 Torx 10 screws
4) I would remove the ignition screws then unplug the connector.
5) Then replace it with the new part. I got mine from Amazon. Beck Arnley Part number 201-1951
6) Put it all back and test it! 😛
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Hope this helps anyone who encounters this problem! 🙂