Ignition switch
#1
Ignition switch
Sorry if this has been asked before.
Is it true that Foxes made in the 90's had bad ignition switches and they had a recall on them?
Someone was telling me that even after they had a new ignition switch put in for the recall, that it still caught fire. He said it was just sitting in the garage and without a key in it, it kept trying to start and caught on fire.
Is it true that Foxes made in the 90's had bad ignition switches and they had a recall on them?
Someone was telling me that even after they had a new ignition switch put in for the recall, that it still caught fire. He said it was just sitting in the garage and without a key in it, it kept trying to start and caught on fire.
#6
I think it's hit or miss. Mines never been changed and I have had no problems. If you feel more comfortable having it replaced, go for it. Can't hurt that's for sure. Well, unless the person replacing it is an idiot. If you know what/where you're looking, take a peak at it. If there is a problem w/ it getting hot, you should be able to see discoloration or melting from heat/poor connection in the switch area and or attaching harness. You could also unplug it and inspect the terminals for the same indications.
Last edited by PRO50SC; 05-27-2009 at 06:31 PM.
#7
go to NAPA and get on...the ford ones are junk here is a link the problem is they seperate I have replaced many
http://www.mustangmonthly.com/howto/5657/index.html
http://www.mustangmonthly.com/howto/5657/index.html
#8
inspect the pin connections for overheating, I've been doing this on my recent aquisition/89 vert and have found a few problem areas
#9
Wow, thank you guys for the info on this.
If its not that expensive like you guys say then I think I am going to check into getting it replaced. Maybe the same time I have a new clutch put in ( I hope soon).
So if getting a Ford replacement is not great, what brand do you guys recomend for a stock Fox that has only moderate upgrades in the future?
I might check out my Haines manual and see how hard it is to get to it and take a look.
If its not that expensive like you guys say then I think I am going to check into getting it replaced. Maybe the same time I have a new clutch put in ( I hope soon).
So if getting a Ford replacement is not great, what brand do you guys recomend for a stock Fox that has only moderate upgrades in the future?
I might check out my Haines manual and see how hard it is to get to it and take a look.