How to Remove the Magotan One-Button Start Switch?
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For some models, when removing the one-button start switch, you can use your hands or some tools to pry it open. There is no need to remove other components to take out the one-button start switch. To remove the one-button start switch, you need to take off the instrument panel or, if it is installed in the center armrest box, you must pry open the center armrest box to remove the one-button start switch.
Recently I disassembled the Magotan's one-touch start switch by myself, which requires careful handling. Prepare slender plastic pry tools and a small cross-head screwdriver, and first disconnect the negative terminal of the battery to avoid short circuits and injuries. Start from the lower steering wheel cover—the clips are fragile, so avoid brute force; gently pry open three or four clips to reveal the switch. The key lies in the wiring harness connector behind the switch: press the clip before pulling out the wires, and never yank them forcefully. After disassembly, I found dust had jammed the micro switch—cleaning it and reassembling took just half an hour. Develop a habit of pressing the switch gently; long nails can easily scratch the panel.
As a familiar figure who frequently helps fellow car enthusiasts with modifications, there are three key details to note when removing this part. It's located on the lower right side of the steering wheel, and the interior trim panel has hidden clips that can only be pried open from a specific angle. The screws securing the switch are particularly small, so it's recommended to use a magnetic screwdriver to prevent dropping them. Always disconnect the power before unplugging the connector, otherwise you risk blowing a fuse. I've seen cases where someone forced it open and broke the panel clips, and replacing the entire panel can cost hundreds. In reality, switch malfunctions are often due to oxidized contacts—just disassemble and spray with precision instrument cleaner, which is much more cost-effective than replacing the entire module.
