95 F150 Ignition Switch - Need Help
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95 F150 Ignition Switch - Need Help
I have a 95 F150 5spd and there is something wrong with the ignition switch. The switch turns even with no key inserted, and the steering wheel never locks. Will a new ignition switch solve this problem? Also, how hard is it to put the switch in, and do I need to be concerned with the air bag? Thanks for any/all replies.
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I would think a new switch barrel would solve your problem. From reading other posts if you look underneath the steering column where the key goes you should see a very small hole. With the ign. switch turned to "on" insert a fine nail or drill bit into the hole and push in and hold, you should then be able to withdraw the barrel. Hope this helps.
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I would definately disconnect the battery. Even though it is very unlikely you don't want that bag going off on you. I had one go off in an accident once and it sucked worse than the actual impact. the burns were horrible. Imagine a rug burn X 100. You may have to jiggle the lock cylender a little bit pulling in and out. It will give up eventually
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batt. disconnected
key to run position
1/8" drill in hole below key at bottom of column
remove
put new one in
turn to off
reconnect batt.
go have beer
key to run position
1/8" drill in hole below key at bottom of column
remove
put new one in
turn to off
reconnect batt.
go have beer
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