why ois my ignition not turning when i turn the key?

Asked by jaxmate Nov 17, 2015 at 04:32 PM about the 1996 Ford F-150 XLT SB

Question type: Maintenance & Repair

I have replaced the key switch and switch rod, yet my truck still acts up. when I turn the key the gauges move, but nothing. it only does it once in a while, but nerve wrecking. finally after turning key off and on 2 or 3 times it will start ???????????????/

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T_S_T answered 8 years ago

Have you replaced the ignition switch under dash on column?

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Bradley answered 8 years ago

have you checked the starter relay or the starter? I'd start there assuming your battery has a good connection and the battery itself is not bad.

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GuruRM5SL answered 4 years ago

My ignition switch will not turn at all, i try rotating stearing wheel, makes no differance

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