turn the key...wont start

[BadAss89]

i have a 89 bronco...my buddy told me that sometimes the z bracket breaks and when i turn the key it will not start...well my z bracket isnt broken and i put it back together and it still does not start....what can i do to make a quick fix

 

[Bisirko]

I had some starting problems, and here is a list of parts I replaced to fix the problem. It ended up being the neutral safety switch found underneath the truck in the front. I replaced the solenoid switch, the ignition switch, and the NSS. You can probably test to see if it is the solenoid by taking a screwdriver and completeing the circuit, if it works it should start their. All parts are relatively cheap though if you have the time and money. I have a 1987 Bronco btw, w/ a 351 windsor. Let me know if it helps, b/c I remember turning the key and getting nothing at all.

 

[BadAss89]

I had some starting problems, and here is a list of parts I replaced to fix the problem. It ended up being the neutral safety switch found underneath the truck in the front. I replaced the solenoid switch, the ignition switch, and the NSS. You can probably test to see if it is the solenoid by taking a screwdriver and completeing the circuit, if it works it should start their. All parts are relatively cheap though if you have the time and money. I have a 1987 Bronco btw, w/ a 351 windsor. Let me know if it helps, b/c I remember turning the key and getting nothing at all.

the rod that goes down to the switch doesnt really move and it doens hit the switch.. i was wonderin if there was some other eay to fix it if that was the problem

 

[BroncoJoe19]

i have a 89 bronco...my buddy told me that sometimes the z bracket breaks and when i turn the key it will not start...well my z bracket isnt broken and i put it back together and it still does not start....what can i do to make a quick fix

It would be helpful if you would elaborate a bit about what is going on. What does and does not happen and what you have tried so far.

I don't know about a Z bracket, but trying to follow the next two posts, this thread may help.

http://broncozone.com/forums/index.php?s=&...ost&p=36920

joe

 

[Bisirko]

Are you sure that it is that metal rod that is causing the problem. I know what your talking about because I remember taking my stearing column apart to replace the ignition switch eventually, and that wasnt the problem. How was your truck running prior to this problem, and what is it doing/not doing now more specifically.

 

[92bronco_in_progress]

there was an ignition switch recall if you guys remember correctly for that year, and they replaced the rod on mine while they were in there, this was a few years ago

 

[Seabronc]

the rod that goes down to the switch doesnt really move and it doens hit the switch.. i was wonderin if there was some other eay to fix it if that was the problem

If you are turning the key and the rod doesn't move, the most likely problem is the link between the key cylinder and the rod is broken. The fix requires taking the column apart to replace the link and the procedure is different between a tilt and non-tilt column. You can verify that the link is broken by removing the shroud that is between the steering wheel and the instrument panel. If the link is broken you will be able to move the rod by grabbing hold of it and pushing it all the way down to the Start position. It is spring loaded so when you let go it will return to the Run position. If the engine starts, you can turn it off by pulling it back up one notch to the Off position. I don't recommend running your truck that way, but it will certainly work in a pinch.

Be careful removing the shroud, the line that operates the shift indicator can get caught on the right side of the shroud and is easily broken.

If you need replacement instructions for the link, let me know. Also, add your truck vitals into your signature. It makes responses easier and perhaps more accurate.

Good luck,

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