so i tried searching through the search bar but no luck. in an 89, I have removed almost everything but cant seem to remove the actuator. It was broken from the metal piece that goes into the actual column. If anyone has a how-to on it or tips please help..thanks

 

Are you talking about the shift linkage? I assume it's on your 99? Below is for removing the column...

1. NOTE: Make sure the front wheels (1007) are in the straight-ahead position.
2. Disconnect the battery ground cable (14301) and wait at least one minute. For additional information, refer to Section 414-01.
3. Remove the driver air bag module. For additional information, refer to Section 501-20B.
4. Remove the steering wheel. For additional information, refer to Wheel in this section.
5. Remove the air bag sliding contact (14A664); for additional information, refer to Section 501-20B.
6. Remove the multi-function switch (13K359).
   1. Remove the screws.
   1. Disconnect the electrical connector.
   1. Remove the multi-function switch.

1. Remove the instrument panel steering column opening cover reinforcement.
   1. Remove the nuts.
   1. Remove the instrument panel steering column opening cover reinforcement.

1. Disconnect the ignition switch electrical connector.
   1. Remove the bolt.
   1. Disconnect the electrical connector.

1. On automatic transmission vehicles, remove the transmission range indicator from the steering column (3C529).

1. Remove the steering column shaft bolt.

1. On automatic transmission vehicles, disconnect the shift cable from the steering column.
   1. Disconnect the shift cable from the steering column shift tube lever.
   1. Disconnect the shift cable from the steering column bracket.

1. Remove the steering column.
   1. Remove the nuts.
   1. Remove the steering column.

 

Sorry but its on an 89 f150 thanks tho

 

No big deal. Are you talking about the shift linkage?

 

The ignition actuator which helps turn the truck on. When I turn the key, the truck doesn't start and there's no resistance on it either.

 

Looks like step five will get you out of the woods.

1. Disconnect the battery ground cable.
2. Remove the steering column shroud and lower the steering column.
3. Disconnect the switch wiring at the multiple plug.
4. Remove the two nuts that retain the switch to the steering column.
5. Lift the switch vertically upward to disengage the actuator rod from the switch and remove the switch.
6. When installing the ignition switch, both the locking mechanism at the top of the column and the switch itself must be in the LOCK position for correct adjustment. To hold the mechanical parts of the column in the LOCK position, move the shift lever into PARK (with automatic transmissions) or REVERSE (with manual transmissions), turn the key to the LOCK position, and remove the key. New replacement switches, when received, are already pinned in the LOCK position by a metal shipping pin inserted in a locking hole on the side of the switch.
7. Engage the actuator rod in the switch.
8. Position the switch on the column and install the retaining nuts, but do not tighten them.
9. Move the switch up and down along the column to locate the mid-position of rod lash, and then tighten the retaining nuts.
10. Remove the locking pin, connect the battery cable, and check for proper start in PARK or NEUTRAL. — Also check to make certain that the start circuit cannot be actuated in the DRIVE and REVERSE position.
11. Raise the steering column into position at instrument panel. Install steering column shroud.

 

I'll give that a try thanks!