Standard Ignition SLS-219 Clutch Starter Safety Switch

Clutch Starter Safety Switch for GM Applications

Standard Ignition SLS-219 is a clutch starter safety switch built for vehicles that require the starter circuit to engage only when the clutch pedal is in the proper position. It is a direct-fit electrical switch for a range of Chevrolet, Pontiac, Saturn, Buick, Oldsmobile, Cadillac, and GMC-era GM platforms.

With a female connector, male blade terminals, and a 2-terminal layout, this switch is designed for dependable signal transfer at the clutch pedal. Standard Ignition SLS-219 is used on applications such as the Chevrolet HHR, Pontiac Solstice, Saturn Ion, and Saturn Sky, along with many earlier GM passenger cars.

Key Features

• Clutch starter safety switch for manual-transmission starter interlock circuits
• Female connector with 2 male blade terminals
• Built with copper alloy conductors for strong electrical conductivity
• Spring and contact design helps reduce arcing and extend service life
• 100% tested for mechanical and electrical switching performance
• Standard Ignition SLS-219 for OE-style service replacement

Detailed Description

Standard Ignition SLS-219 is engineered for clutch pedal-mounted starter safety applications where the switch must signal the vehicle only when the pedal is in the correct operating position. The robust housing and high-grade internal materials are selected to handle repeated pedal movement and daily service demands. This part cross-references Monroe Shocks & Struts (e.g., 172286, 182286) for the same application.

Compatible vehicle coverage includes Fits 2006-2007 Chevrolet HHR, On Clutch Pedal; Fits 2006-2007 Pontiac Solstice; Fits 2007 Saturn Ion; Fits 2007 Saturn Sky; and Fits 1999-2005 Chevrolet Cavalier, On Clutch Pedal. Standard Ignition SLS-219 also appears in service applications for Buick, Oldsmobile, and Pontiac models across the 1993-1998 and 1999-2004 model years.

What It Helps Fix

• Starter does not engage when the clutch pedal is pressed
• Intermittent crank signal from the clutch pedal switch circuit
• Worn or inconsistent clutch starter interlock operation
• Electrical switching issues caused by contact wear or arcing
• Pedal-mounted switch failure on GM manual-transmission vehicles

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify connector style, terminal layout, and vehicle-specific fitment before installation. This switch uses a female connector with male blade terminals, so the harness and mounting point must match the original configuration. For applications listed with clutch pedal or cruise-control-release notes, confirm the exact vehicle equipment before ordering. Standard Ignition SLS-219 is commonly used on Chevrolet HHR, Pontiac Solstice, and Saturn Ion/Sky applications, as well as earlier GM models with clutch or cruise-control release functions.

Quality Assurance

Standard Ignition states that this switch is manufactured under complete quality control from component selection through final production. Each unit is tested for both mechanical action and electrical switching performance to support consistent service results.