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HOMESERVICE MANUALSFORD1985E 350 VAN V8-6.9L DSLREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISSTARTING AND CHARGINGSTARTING SYSTEMIGNITION SWITCHSERVICE AND REPAIR
1985 Ford E 350 Van V8-6.9L DSL
Ignition Switch: Service and Repair
1985 Ford E 350 Van V8-6.9L DSLSECTION Service and Repair
Fig. 3 Ignition switch replacement:
1. Disconnect battery ground cable.
2. Remove steering column shroud and lower the steering column.
3. Disconnect electrical connector from switch, then remove 2 switch attaching nuts.
4. Lift switch up to disengage actuator rod, then remove switch from vehicle, Fig. 3.
5. Reverse procedure to install.
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.