To open the ashtray you push inward and it pops out.

I pushed it inward and it went further in and now it won't stay in the shut position. How do you remove it or fix it? I didn't want to go to the dealership.

 

most likely 1 or both of the flat springs are broken or missing. To remove you can get a small flat screwdriver to work it out of the depressed position. There are 2 release clips, similar to a cabinet drawer, under the cupholder/ ashtray to pull it completely out. Most likely you'll need a new ashtray.

 

from another site;
ashtray/cupholder fix? - F150online Forums

or with pixs;
Ashtray/Cupholder messed up - F150online Forums

 

thank you for the links with the pictures. when i get some spare time i will fix it....thanks again. i will update this thread once i do the repair.

 

I fixed my ashtray. Used 2 screws and popped it back in the dash and it works better than new! Thanks once again.