{"product_id":"ignition-switch-1971-73-mercury-cougar","title":"Ignition Switch | 1971-73 Mercury Cougar","description":"\u003cp\u003eRestore proper starting function in your 1971-1973 Mercury Cougar with this ignition switch. Designed with OE-style matched connectors that plug into the original wiring harness, this switch activates the starter when engaged by the ignition switch lock cylinder and helps bring dependable electrical operation back to your classic Cougar.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e1971-1973 Cougar Fitment:\u003c\/strong\u003e Designed for compatible 1971-1973 Mercury Cougar applications.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRestores Starting Function:\u003c\/strong\u003e Activates the starter when engaged by the ignition switch lock cylinder.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOE-Style Matched Connectors:\u003c\/strong\u003e Designed to connect with the original wiring harness on compatible applications.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eQuality-Tested Construction:\u003c\/strong\u003e Tested for quality assurance and durability.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIgnition System Replacement:\u003c\/strong\u003e Helps restore ignition switch operation within the starting system.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOriginal Harness Connection:\u003c\/strong\u003e Supports electrical restoration while retaining the original-style harness connection.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eReplaces Failed Components:\u003c\/strong\u003e A practical replacement for a worn, damaged, failed, or incorrect ignition switch.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCompact Package Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e Measures 5 in. L x 3 in. W x 3 in. H.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe ignition switch works with the ignition switch lock cylinder to activate the starter and complete the starting function. On a 1971-1973 Mercury Cougar, the correct switch and harness connection are important for restoring reliable operation at one of the vehicle’s most essential electrical controls.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eReplacing a worn, damaged, failed, or incorrect ignition switch helps restore starting-system functionality and supports a more dependable classic Cougar restoration. With OE-style matched connectors and quality-assurance testing, this switch is designed to plug into the original wiring harness on compatible applications and help return the ignition system to proper operation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRestore your 1971-1973 Mercury Cougar starting system with an ignition switch featuring OE-style matched connectors for the original wiring harness.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"width: 100%; border-collapse: collapse; font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 14px;\"\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"background-color: #e6e6e6;\"\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"border: 1px solid #cfcfcf; padding: 10px; text-align: left;\" colspan=\"2\"\u003eProduct Details\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"background-color: #f7f7f7;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #cfcfcf; padding: 10px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMake\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #cfcfcf; padding: 10px;\"\u003eMercury\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #cfcfcf; padding: 10px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eModel\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #cfcfcf; padding: 10px;\"\u003eCougar\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"background-color: #f7f7f7;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #cfcfcf; padding: 10px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eYear Range\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #cfcfcf; padding: 10px;\"\u003e1971-1973\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #cfcfcf; padding: 10px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduct Type\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #cfcfcf; padding: 10px;\"\u003eIgnition switch\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"background-color: #f7f7f7;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #cfcfcf; padding: 10px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eInstallation Location\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #cfcfcf; padding: 10px;\"\u003eIgnition switch circuit\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #cfcfcf; padding: 10px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eConnector Style\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #cfcfcf; padding: 10px;\"\u003eOE-style matched connectors\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"background-color: #f7f7f7;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #cfcfcf; padding: 10px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHarness Connection\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #cfcfcf; padding: 10px;\"\u003ePlugs into the original wiring harness on compatible applications\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #cfcfcf; padding: 10px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFunction\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #cfcfcf; padding: 10px;\"\u003eActivates the starter when engaged by the ignition switch lock cylinder\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"background-color: #f7f7f7;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #cfcfcf; padding: 10px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eReplacement Use\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #cfcfcf; padding: 10px;\"\u003eReplaces a worn, damaged, failed, or incorrect ignition switch\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #cfcfcf; padding: 10px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQuality Note\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #cfcfcf; padding: 10px;\"\u003eTested for quality assurance and durability\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"background-color: #f7f7f7;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #cfcfcf; padding: 10px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eApplication\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #cfcfcf; padding: 10px;\"\u003eIgnition switch replacement, starting-system repair, wiring-harness service, electrical restoration, or full vehicle restoration\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #cfcfcf; padding: 10px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePackage Dimensions\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #cfcfcf; padding: 10px;\"\u003e5 in. 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