Truck won't start..need help!
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Truck won't start..need help!
My 2001 F-150 is at the dealers with a "won't start" problem. The security light keeps flashing and shuts down the ignition system. They want $600+ to replace the "instument cluster"? I'm no ace mechanic, but this doesn't sound right to me. Anyone know if the system can just be disarmed? I'm willing to pay to get it fixed, but does this sound like the right fix? Thanks for any help..Sluggo (Chris)
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Truck fixed..same problem!
Got my truck back from the dealer last week along with a bill for $900. This was to replace the instument cluster to correct a problem with the security system keeping the truck from starting. The truck's now sitting in a parking lot with the same problem. When I turn the ignition on, the "theft" light flashes rapidly, the engine cranks fine, but won't fire! Any ideas..besides gasoline and a match! Thanks, Sluggo (Chris)
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Truck's still at the dealer's
I appreciate the replys..the dealer just told me that they can't get the truck to malfunction! When I get it back..if it acts up again..I'll post the code I get after the theft light stops flashing. As for the price of the part..I called another dealer for a price and they quoted me the same $618 (list price) as my dealer charged. I also checked on ford-outlet.com and can get the same (oem) part for $271! Pretty healthy mark-up, huh? There must be a way to disable this system! If it was a Rolls and I lived in Boston..OK, but it's a pickup in upstate NY! Hell..we leave the keys in them up here! Thanks, Sluggo (Chris)
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Re: Truck fixed..same problem!
Originally posted by Sluggo / NY
Got my truck back from the dealer last week along with a bill for $900. ...When I turn the ignition on, the "theft" light flashes rapidly,...
Got my truck back from the dealer last week along with a bill for $900. ...When I turn the ignition on, the "theft" light flashes rapidly,...
I suspect the 'theft' light started flashing rapidly as soon as you paid the bill!
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