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Old Apr 18, 2010 | 10:58 PM
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Clutch Pedal/Switch Issue?

I've got a '96 F350 7.5l 4x4 Standard. Ever since I bought the truck, it has become increasingly difficult to start. I replaced the clutch neutral safety switch but I still have to stomp on the pedal to get her to fire up. This switch isn't like the old two wire switches so I don't know which wires to cross. Is there a solution or does anyone know which wires I can cross to make this go away? Getting almost sick of driving this truck cuz I can barely start her. Thanks

Steve
 
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Old Apr 26, 2010 | 01:06 AM
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Clutch Pedal/Switch Issue ?

Sounds like the Nylon bushing for the Clutch Master Cylinder Push Rod is worn. Check that, as I have to replace mine about every 50,000 miles. The metal lever that actually pushes the rod may also need replaced. Good luck.
 
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Old Apr 26, 2010 | 03:00 AM
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I had the same problem on my 94 F150 last year and found a few helpful posts using the search to figure out which wires to jump. It turned out my problem was just a little corrosion on the plug to the crappy plastic clutch pedal switch, but it sounds like maybe your switch is going. If I can find the post again I'll link it to ya.
 
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Old Apr 26, 2010 | 03:31 AM
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Maybe this will help.

https://www.ford-trucks.com/forums/6...ty-switch.html

Also check out the link in the second post.
 
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