1987 Ford F150 ignition

1987 FORD F-150
135,000 MILES • V8 • 4WD • AUTOMATIC
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RAMSAY999
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when i turn the key it wont try to kick over. to start the truck i have to do it by a screw driver across the cyloniod. can someone help me so i can fix my work truck. thank you
Oct 24, 2008 at 4:57 PM
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BMRFIXIT
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check ignition switch check neutral safety switch and this guide

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/starter-not-working-repair

Oct 24, 2008 at 11:42 PM
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BLACKOP555
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are you getting a signal on the S+ wire on the solenoid? its the only wire on there that just slips on and off, has a little rubber elbow.

is the wire even there? you dont have a factory starter circuit interupt do you?
Oct 24, 2008 at 11:43 PM
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