Description of the design of the ignition switch (lock) (Opel Zafira A)

In the power supply circuit of most of the electrical equipment of the car, except for the emergency and sound alarm, parking lights and anti-theft system, interior and trunk lighting, brake lights and electric door locks, voltage is supplied through the ignition switch.

The ignition switch is additionally equipped with a steering shaft locking mechanism. After removing the key from the lock, a spring-loaded latch is released. When attempting to turn the steering wheel, the latch prevents the steering shaft from turning.