ignition problems

blk88lx · 10-26-2002, 03:55 PM

I have a 93 GT that sometimes makes a clicking sound under the dash when I turn the key. Turn it a couple of times and the car starts. I figured it was the ignition switch so I pulled the cover off the column and noticed these funky looking bolts bolting the switch to the column. B4 I tackle those, could this be something else? The switch isn't making noise, the noise comes from under the dash on the driver's side.

Jayson
93 GT

PKRWUD · 10-26-2002, 04:08 PM

If the contacts inside the switch are bad, then the relays that the switch powers up will have their power interupted, thus causing the relays to open and close, unexpectedly, creating a clicking.

The screws in question are breakaway screws, and are designed to have their heads break off at just the right torque for being tightened. Makes it harder to steal, supposedly. You're going to need an easy-out extractor, or a drill and a steady hand.

Take care,
~Chris

reignman · 10-26-2002, 04:16 PM

i think there was a recall on the ignition switch i have a 92 lx and there was a recall on mine

blk88lx · 10-26-2002, 05:06 PM

about the recall, I already called cause I had heard that as well. Ford gave me a big fat NO. Chris, from what you say, sounds like the swich is bad. I think I'll forgo the drill and try to get the tool. Unfortunately, I'm stationed in the middle of Nowhere, Missouri so it may take some looking. Thanks 4 the advice!

Jayson
93 GT

10-26-2002, 03:55 PM	#1
blk88lx Registered Member Join Date: Jun 2001 Location: Fort Leonard Wood, MO Posts: 179	ignition problems I have a 93 GT that sometimes makes a clicking sound under the dash when I turn the key. Turn it a couple of times and the car starts. I figured it was the ignition switch so I pulled the cover off the column and noticed these funky looking bolts bolting the switch to the column. B4 I tackle those, could this be something else? The switch isn't making noise, the noise comes from under the dash on the driver's side. Jayson 93 GT

10-26-2002, 04:08 PM	#2
PKRWUD Junior Member Join Date: Mar 1999 Location: Ventura, California Posts: 8,981	If the contacts inside the switch are bad, then the relays that the switch powers up will have their power interupted, thus causing the relays to open and close, unexpectedly, creating a clicking. The screws in question are breakaway screws, and are designed to have their heads break off at just the right torque for being tightened. Makes it harder to steal, supposedly. You're going to need an easy-out extractor, or a drill and a steady hand. Take care, ~Chris __________________ Webmaster: Rice Haters Club Jim Porter Racing Peckerwoods Pit Stop Support Your Local RED & WHITE!

10-26-2002, 04:16 PM	#3
reignman Registered Member Join Date: Oct 2002 Location: cincinnati ohio Posts: 24	recall i think there was a recall on the ignition switch i have a 92 lx and there was a recall on mine __________________ 92 Lx Flowmaster pipes, but no other mods 110,000 miles rookie mustang owner

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10-26-2002, 05:06 PM	#4
blk88lx Registered Member Join Date: Jun 2001 Location: Fort Leonard Wood, MO Posts: 179	about the recall, I already called cause I had heard that as well. Ford gave me a big fat NO. Chris, from what you say, sounds like the swich is bad. I think I'll forgo the drill and try to get the tool. Unfortunately, I'm stationed in the middle of Nowhere, Missouri so it may take some looking. Thanks 4 the advice! Jayson 93 GT