ignition key lock

[boader73]

I first noticed something weird when i had to turn the key half a turn more to get it to start-it did this once more and then when i went to turn it off the key cylinder was real sloppy and would not turn off. i had to disconnect the alt and battery to get it to stop running. I was hoping someone could tell me where to start perhaps replacing the lock cylinder this seems to be the easiest fix or would that be a waste of time?

 

[miesk5]

yo B!

What year?

for now;

Ignition Switch Adjustment Procedure in an 83 Source: by Seabronc

Ignition Switch, Short Circuit Defect Recall info for 88-92 Fords Source: by AUTOPEDIA

 

[boader73]

91 xlt with a 5.8 I was hoping i didn't have to replace the switch but just the cylinder. how do you add info to the signature? thanx for your help.

 

[miesk5]

91 xlt with a 5.8 I was hoping i didn't have to replace the switch but just the cylinder. how do you add info to the signature? thanx for your help.

ok

Click My Controls; then click Edit Signature (left panel)

 

[bidibronco]

If memory serves me right, there is a switch behind the key cylinder that had the "spring back" on it. It's the part you feel kick the key back after you start the vehicle. I may be wrong and it may be a diff. set up but I know I've had thoes go bad on many vehicles. It's an easy swap if it's there. I hope someone can cuncur with this or say I don't know what I'm talking about.