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1987 Ford F-150 ignition

Tiny
RAMSAY999
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  • 1987 FORD F-150
  • V8
  • 4WD
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  • 135,000 MILES
When I turn the key it wont try to kick over. To start the truck I have to do it by a screw driver across the cyloniod. Can someone help me so I can fix my work truck. Thank you
Friday, October 24th, 2008 AT 4:57 PM

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Tiny
BMRFIXIT
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Check ignition switch check neutral safety switch and this guide

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/starter-not-working-repair

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Friday, October 24th, 2008 AT 11:42 PM
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BLACKOP555
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Are you getting a signal on the S+ wire on the solenoid? Its the only wire on there that just slips on and off, has a little rubber elbow.

Is the wire even there? You dont have a factory starter circuit interupt do you?
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Friday, October 24th, 2008 AT 11:43 PM

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