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1999 Ford F-250 Repair Question


Topics covered: Fuel pressure, Spark, Starter.
Mileage: 99,999 miles.

Asked on July 10, 2012

Ignition trouble

1999 Ford F250: Initially, the key would not turn. Starter switch was removed. Tried to start truck with a screwdriver. Truck will turn over, but not start. We think it is something with the security system. Is there a way to bypass this or some other solution? This is a regular key, not one that shows a visible chip.
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Replied on July 11, 2012

Is the security light on?

Tiny Answered by saturntech9 (expert)
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Replied on July 11, 2012

Yes, the security light is on and blinking.

Tiny Response from CaroleM
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Replied on July 11, 2012

Is there a cylinder your turning or is the ignition cylinder out of it?

Tiny Answered by saturntech9 (expert)
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Replied on July 11, 2012

Also is it a super duty or regular F250?

Tiny Answered by saturntech9 (expert)
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Check out the info i posted says it uses a coded key so wont start with a screwdriver.You will have to replace the ignition cylinder and relearn the new key.

Tiny Answered by saturntech9 (expert)
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@saturntech9
"Is there a cylinder your turning or is the ignition cylinder out of it?"

The cylinder is out.

"Also is it a super duty or regular F250?"

A regular F250.

Thanks so much for your time!

Tiny Response from CaroleM
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Replied on July 11, 2012

Read above what i posted you need a new cylinder to make it start.

Tiny Answered by saturntech9 (expert)
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Replied on July 11, 2012

ck for fuel pressure and spark

Tiny Answered by cadieman (expert)
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I think you're right about the cylinder and then the key will have to be re-programed or a new key and new programming?

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Replied on July 11, 2012

Please read above cadieman they are trying to start it without a key or cylinder the security light is on.I also posted above that this truck uses a coded key to start it so a screwdriver isnt going to start it.So checking fuel pressure is useless at this point.Dont you agree?

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