ignition tumbler loose

FORD F-150
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EDHE653
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i have a 93 f-150 105000m. i turned the key to start, and all of a sudden the tumbler went loose. i had to pull some fuses to get the engine to shut off. i bought and installed a new tumbler, but same problem. any suggestions?
Jan 26, 2006 at 10:44 AM
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JPTRUAX
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Must be they had problems with the ignitions on the 93 F150's because I can not pull the key out of mine. I know this didn't help but I didn't want you to feel alone. Sorry!
Jan 26, 2006 at 11:08 AM
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GODBEAR839
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Ford had a recall on those ignitions but I doubt it would still be covered. Sounds like you both need to replace the key tumbler assembly.
Jan 26, 2006 at 11:24 PM
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Replace the ignition key tumbler assembly. A Ford recall covered these ignitions, but coverage is unlikely to still be available.

Conversation Summary

The owner of a 1993 F-150 reported that the ignition tumbler became loose when the key was turned to start, and fuses had to be pulled to shut off the engine. Installing a new tumbler did not fix the problem. Another owner reported being unable to remove the key from a 1993 F-150. The expert said Ford had an ignition recall that is unlikely to still be covered and recommended replacing the key tumbler assembly.

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