ignition switch anticlockwise

[Stevejaguar]

Hi. Series 1 2+2
My ignition switch does everything it should do when I turn the key from vertical in a clockwise direction. No problems with that.
But I can also turn the key anticlockwise and it does exactly the same. Everything that is energised when it is turned clockwise is energised when turned anti clockwise.
I cannot find reference to turning it anticlockwise in any of the handbooks or technical info.
Does anyone also have the same 'problem' ?
Steve

[Simonpfhc]

Hi Steve,

The anti-clockwise position is to energise the accessory circuits. I don’t think it should energise the fuel pump or ignition.

[Stevejaguar]

Thanks Simon.
That sounds like a plausible answer. But when I turn the switch anticlockwise everything is energised, including the ignition circuit.
Strange that I have found no reference in the handbooks etc as to this feature.
Do others have the ability to turn the key anticlockwise?
Steve

[Simonpfhc]

Steve,

What year is yours? The very last year of Series 1 production came with the Series 2 column-mounted switch. The Series 2 manuals describe the anti-clockwise accessary position.

Put your car details in your signature, it will help with future questions.

[Stevejaguar]

Hi Simon, I did put series 1 2+2 in my original post. Anyway it is a 1966 car.
Steve