MNFX4eco

One call to the dealer is all it takes he says.
Sure, tell that to everyone who still has broken seats that aren't fixed
What's this forum for if we can't share thoughts and experiences?

Echoboost

Umm..You call the dealer first, and than if they don't fix or can't 'duplicate' the issue THAN you complain on the forums....

If my Engine went kaput, and I'm still under warranty, Im not going to come onto the forums and say, " I think my engine died, should I take it into the dealership or is anyone else having issues with this engine"

humble

Depends on the issue. It is a loose ignition switch for those of you who gave me a smart answer, I am not going to spend my time and energy going to the dealer when I can sit in a chair and ask a lot of good folks here if this is normal or if there is a quick fix so that I can avoid dealing with the dealership and wasting my valuable time, energy and sanity. If the motor is blown or the transmission is broke then I will use my " 3 year 36k warranty and not come to the forum looking for a fix or advice.

I was told at a young age if you don't have something good to say then don't say it, please feel free to exercise that god given right.

Echoboost

Meh..I decided to delete my post :]

Your right humble, I do turn into a smartass when I have a couple drinks :\ I apologize

rjgee

Anyone have any input on the loose ignition switch? Mine is also loose. Didn't know if this is the way they all are or not. Thanks.

Richierich65

Sometimes folks don't have time to schedule, and arrive for an appointment at the dealer and leave their truck for a day, or longer to fix something that is an easy fix.
For the life of me, I cannot understand why some people on here (usually the same ones), would rather berate someone for asking a question, or for not searching the forum(which undoubtedly, is the worst search engine), instead of offering a potential easy fix.
Not all of us here are retired, or have the time/luxury of leaving our truck at the dealer. I have taken mine in for "simple" things, like an oil change and I have to schedule an appointment, and it is usually a full day without the vehicle, and this is something I could do in about an hour myself, if I needed to.
Please remember we were all exited about our trucks when we first got them, and most of us still are. We don't mind tinkering a little to make things perfect, and I am certain that you would get better service and understanding at the dealership when you take it in for a "real" problem, as opposed to every little thing you find calling the dealer and making an appointment. (kinda like crying wolf to the dealer).

rjgee

Anyone have a second to try their key? When you insert it (before turning it on), the key will move the ignition switch around. It almost seems like it is supposed to do this..

Like to know if others do this before I make a call to the dealer.

Thanks!

rjgee

I went to the local dealer today regarding the ignition.

We tried 3 brand new(16-17) F-150's on their lot and all 3 keys in each ignition move around in a circle(loose). They felt exactly like mine. So we assume that this is the way they are designed.

Hopefully this helps anyone with the same question

vintageman

Actually read this thread last night and checked my ignition today and there is some play in it, probably normal and nothing to worry about.