switch wire getting hot
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switch wire getting hot
the large pink wire from the ignition switch is getting hot. a new column was wired in when i got the truck. i have put a new switch as it was cracked. starts right up and runs smooth, everything is working but was concerned about that wire getting hot. i had to change out the ign. pigtail - it was actually melted when i got the truck. not sure if this is same issue or another- pull hazard on dash and get nothing turn either signal on r or l and get hazards. signals work as should with hazard swith in. thanks for any help.
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Re: switch wire getting hot
That pink wire is the resistor wire to the coil and it is normal for it to get hot.
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-2000 Ford Windstar (Family Vehicle)
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Re: switch wire getting hot
thanks, any guidance on the hazard deal?
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Re: switch wire getting hot
the switch is prbably dirty inside. you can take them apart and clean them up.