marcus33

Hey guys,
I would like to start off by saying thanks for checking this page out i appreciate your time and thoughts. Now, lets get started. I drive a 1989 Mustang Lx 5.0. The problem i have is that my power windows and my radio do not work when i crank up my car until i bang on the steering wheel a couple times. The Head lights work fine on the car at all times and if i dont start the car but turn the key backwards, all electrical items on the car work perfectly. But when i engage the key and start the car i have problems with the windows and radio. Any ideas on what this could be? When i am driving and i push on the steering wheel to much somtimes it shuts off the radio and the windows fail to go up or down until i bang the steering wheel in the right spot. Also When either the windows or the radio fails both fail. Is it a simple part i need to replace or some major electrical problem that i have? thanks for your time.

Thanks,
Marcus

mattdel

most likely the ignition switch, maybe the wiring has come loose in the connector over time. pull the shroud off the column and take a look.

RUDEDOG.357

Ford had a recall on the ignition switch several years ago. the electrical connector would melt and cause electrical problems.