1999 Ford ranger starts when put in gear
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1999 Ford ranger starts when put in gear
I have a 1999 ford ranger 2.5L. When I turn the key to the ON position, right before the ignition turn, everything comes on like it's supposed too. However, if i try to change into reverse, the truck will start without me even touching the key. Also, if I start it using the key and try to go into reverse, the starter engages and makes the all to familiar grinding sound. I am completely stumped. Any ideas?
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Sounds like the ignition switch, or its control/actuating rods are on the fritz & or its contacts are stuck in the start position???? Have you been having problems with the ignition switch lately????
Sounds like the ignition switch, or its control/actuating rods are on the fritz & or its contacts are stuck in the start position???? Have you been having problems with the ignition switch lately????
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Yes, the actual owner claims it started about 2 weeks ago. It started to happen on rare occasions and slowly progressed (this is what the guy claims). We've pulled the ignition switch out and it seems to be Alright. We've also swapped the actual ignition with one from an Econoline and it acted the same way.
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Just happened to look down in the electrical section and someone else has similar problem.
Dave
https://www.ford-trucks.com/forums/1...l#post14089817
Dave
https://www.ford-trucks.com/forums/1...l#post14089817
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