won't start with key & key won't return when released

FORD F-150
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FRWLT3
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I have a1999 F150, 5.0, automatic,with power stearing & power brakes. When I turn the to start it, nothing happens and when I release the key,it just stays there and I have to turn it back to the run position. I have to start it from the relay under the hood. How can I correct this problem.
Nov 26, 2007 at 11:20 AM
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[quote:40225341de="frwlt3"]I have a1999 F150, 5.0 Auto,with power stearing & power brakes. When I turn the to start it, nothing happens and when I release the key,it just stays there and I have to turn it back to the run position. I have to start it from the relay under the hood. How can I correct this problem.[/quote:40225341de]

Hello !!

looks to me like you have a faulty ignition switch...

(could be a bad or broken contact inside)

check it and replace it if necessary.


good luck!
Nov 26, 2007 at 11:24 AM
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