Ford Quick Tips: #22 Ford Vehicles No crank/ No Start Trick

In this video I give a helpful tip on one thing you can try before ever leaving the drivers seat.
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[@stephenpotts481]

It's great to find people like you on KZbin. People that are willing to assist and inform instead of hoarding the knowledge they have obtained over the years. I just want to keep my beloved Focus running, and this video helped me do just that. THANK YOU VERY MUCH!

[@armoredbeliever1510]

I know this video is several years old by now, but it's amazing what you're doing here on this channel. You saved me and my wife so much money and hassle on her 2011 Ford Escape 2.5L

[@valmcnamara3500]

This was so helpful! We were on our way to the dealer and to rent a car until the work...to the tune of approx. $700.00 was completed. I am so glad that we took the time to view this first! Thanks so much.

[@Dannyrh2]

This video is a gem. So many comments verifying your tip works. I applied your tip to my 2008 Ford Fusion & it cranked right up. Thank you.

[@emob4455]

Well I'll be damned! I have a 2010 Fusion and it worked perfectly! My bf was convinced it was the starter, but I KNEW otherwise. You are a life saver!!

[@fordltd1983]

I've been pushing the cylinder into the column on my 2011 escape for years. Thanks for the video.

[@mollymurphy1836]

I've had this issue with a University-owned 2008 Ford Explorer. But most days it would start after a few tries. So, we didn't worry about it. Yesterday I was stuck in the hot sun far away from my office for almost an hour. It wouldn't start! Then I found your video and tried jiggling and pushing in the key. It worked!!! Thank you so much!!

[@caymanlostandfound]

My mother-in-laws 2004 sport trac would act completely normal but would not crank or turn over. I was trouble shooting it most of the day. Saw this video and figured I would go back outside one more time and see if this would work and BINGO, It fired right up. Thank you for taking the time to make videos that help out others.

[@rtitus4047]

This saved me from spending hours in a Dollar General parking lot waiting for a tow. Thank you!

[@Gasaholics]

Lmao you and me both friend

[@darrinsiberia]

​@@Gasaholics what was it.

[@joshuablizard4377]

Thanks man. You literally saved my ass in 30 seconds! I really appreciate you having videos like this out there

[@NathanLandman]

I have this issue on my 2008 Focus. As a temp fix I've been periodically using plumber's tape (the white Teflon tape that goes on pipe threads) to wrap around the end of the cylinder that makes contact with the steering column portion. This increases the "bite" and allows the cylinder to engage the starting mechanism in the steering column as it should. This fix lasts for maybe 1-2 months at a time at which point I repeat the process. You may have to play around with how many times you wrap the cylinder with the Teflon tape but you'll find the sweet spot. It's extra sweet too because it's much cheaper and less of a hassle than it is to swap keys and all that jazz. Hope this helps!

[@JerryNordstrom]

I know this is an old video, but just did the push in trick on my son's 2010 Ford Fusion and it worked perfectly. So thanks for the video, just saved me a tow and fixing whatever the mechanic may have told us.

[@amymcgregor1394]

Thank you so much! I swear by your Your videos for any of my ford problems.... it's because of your videos that I successfully changed the solenoid in my transmission and changed the valve cover gasket myself, thanks so much!

[@jameslaiola4976]

Sir. I appreciate your help. I really like the 90's model mustangs

[@raynaposton]

You are exactly right! I have a 2013 Ford Escape. This happened to me yesterday and this morning. I found your video and did the "push in" method like you said and BAM! It started right up!! Good think I can work from home I was up at 5am and was on my way to work and it didn't start smh, thanks for the tip!

[@D4RR3NMARKS]

this actually worked after replacing starter and battery.. tried a few other things too but nothing for weeks... i tried this before watching the whole video and it worked.. its tempramental but after a few attempts it actually turns over and starts.. so thank you for that i know where i am and what to do now.. top man appreciate your video

[@gwuannapolis]

This solved a major concern I have! I now have a temp solution to the problem! Well done!

[@jenniebean322]

Thank you so much for the video! Literally saved me while sitting in a parking lot wondering why my car wasn't starting.

[@richardalvis756]

Thanks dude. Already had done some test and was at switch or wiring to starter. Did the key push. Fired right up. You are the man with the plan. Thanks again.

[@rjmattason]

You fixed my car! Exactly the same problem with my 2008 Ford Focus SE. I owe you a drink!

[@richardmcdonald6237]

You can add 2007 Ford fusion to the list. I just bought this vehicle about 3 weeks ago and that was a very sinking feeling a few minutes ago when it when it wouldn't start. I'm glad I found your video.

[@melissat5375]

Just used this trick on my 2010 ford edge that ran fine yesterday and suddenly wouldn't turn over today but all lights were working. It took a few trys but it ended up working like a charm! Thank you!

[@daleneifert7371]

Thank you so much for posting this helpful video. This just happened to my motherinlaws car and I just bought the key cylinder from the dealership for almost $160.00 got home and looked to see how to install it an saw your video, I returned the key cylinder and bought the lock housing instead, I installed it and the Escape started up again with no problem at all, it took me about three hours but I am so glad that I didn't waste $160.00 for no reason on the ignition lock cylinder when replacing the lock housing did the trick.

[@Jmwoodbury17]

you are my freaking savior!! took 2 days to find this tip..it started right up after I tried this..now I know the problem. Thank you so much!

[@FordTechMakuloco]

Awesome!

[@TrailsTrailsTrails]

Great tip! This was the issue with my 2003 F150. Wish I had known that on that mountain pass when it happened the first time.

[@DanielGarcia-pp1yb]

Thanks for posting this! You just saved me from tearing out all the wiring on my 65 Mustang.

[@stevewillsey9754]

YES! FordTechMakuloco, Thank you for the great tip! This is the issue with my 2004 Expedition. I doesn't start when its below freezing. I'm guessing at those temps, the metal has contracted just enough to not touch. It's 27 degrees and I just started the Expo by doing exactly what you did in this video. This is the 3rd video of yours that has helped me greatly. Godspeed, to you.

[@FordTechMakuloco]

+Steve Willsey Nice!

[@lisaalfordoldstuff]

Thank you!!! My son just had the same issue in his 2013 F150. This trick worked!!

[@TechDeckGPS]

Very informative. Worked like a charm. Thanks for cutting to the quick. You rock !

[@aleckson]

Add 1999 Explorer to this list. Been trying to figure out a no crank issue and hit this vid. Gave it a try and vroom. Turn to crank, push in and wiggle. Thanks for saving me hours of troubleshooting the downstream end of the start circuit.

[@stinkster100]

Sir I LOVE YOU... u just saved me!!!. Did exactly what you said and it worked. I had my car in garage for a week due to being on vacation so it sat 5 days which Ive done before. My car ALWAYS starts and I bought it new and it only has 50,000 miles. YOU SAVED ME and Im so happy and wanted to say Thank THANK you..Thank you , U Genius. Turned it off 3 times because I was scared to go somewhere and get stranded. By the way for readers, its an Escape 2009.

[@hajoj5905]

Worked on a 2010 Ford Focus sitting dead in my drive. Thanks, man, much obliged to you.

[@boomerguy9935]

Thank you! I have this problem right now on my 2008 Escape. Watching your videos helps me to understand the problem and what is needed. They also help me to decide to fix it myself or get professional help when I see that it is above my capability.....not to mention that I don't sound so ignorant when I do get professional help. Excellent information. I do have one question: Which wears out first, the cylinder or the housing? Most videos show that replacing the housing fixes the problem.

[@MADBOAL]

You sir are an ABSOLUTE LEGEND thank you

[@platinumman21]

Thanks!It worked on the 2008 Escape I'm working on.

[@lisacleary5019]

I cannot Thank-You enough !!! I wish you lived near me. I wish you were my mechanic!!! You are a GEM!!! Thank-you!!!

[@andrewdbach1]

Have a 09 Mariner with this issue currently at the shop. The Ford Dealer across the street literally had no knowledge of this issue. In the end we ordered a 'lock cylinder housing'. The switch itself is okay can turn manually and car fires right up. Had a similiar issue on a Wrangler where the 'ignition switch actuator' broke and cause a no crank no start also. Can also send 12 volts down the blue/white wire and it should crank over. Via power probe. But super simple to pop cover off column and pull switch and manually turn. 5.5 mm socket/ratchet and flat head is all ya need!

[@Mustafanabaa]

I added a small piece of steel wire to the housing to replace pressuring force I used to do on the key and it worked fine ! Thanks

[@WaltPFloyd]

OH GOD YOU JUST SAVED OUR LIVES WITH THIS VIDEO. no start...wife and kids in the truck...back FULL of groceries...in a HOT ASS PARKING LOT!!! WHOO. Tank you fordtech

[@raymondj88]

Thank-you for this video! This has been very helpful!

[@alexvargas1990]

siiiiiiiiick yes brother you saved me a lot of time with this! i didnt even start diagnosing the escape. saw your video and the damn thing started!!!!!!!! thanks my friend!

[@mrjon5556]

This also applies to the F150 2006 I literally tried everything . I change the starter, checked all the fuses . I could only turn the key forward and jumped the starter to get the truck started but still could not figure out what was not allowing it to start. After this video, I now know what’s wrong with it. Thanks again , Brian 😂.

[@croskery6]

Thanks so much! It’s a Sunday and the ford dealership is closed for service. But this just worked for my 2015 Ford Escape

[@passionrocket]

Thanks for that video. my 2013 focus has been having some starting issues but looks like this was the problem.

[@whenisaywhoaimeanwhoa3419]

Dude! You da man! 2010 F-350 Super Duty. Just quit working one day. Had it towed, one local mechanic spent hours trying to pinpoint, then the Ford house took a stab at it and couldn’t find the problem. It’s been starting since with the exception of today. Watched your video, went to truck and I’ll be damned, it started in the first “push”.

[@billhuber2404]

Many thanks for this video. My '02 E350 Superduty motorhome wouldn't start at all. I thought I would have to replace the starter, etc or have to have it towed to diagnose. You saved me some dollars when jiggling the ignition switch worked. Now to address that issue, but at least it's narrowed down.

[@aprilmortgageplanner]

Worked like a charm. Thank you. You just saved me!!! I have a 2009 Ford Focus SEL.

[@henrymerino6038]

I love people that know what they talking about TK

[@anaheflin7094]

This is what is going on with my 08 Ford Escape. I have changed out my ignition switch but not the ignition lock. Can you post a video on how to change this part out?

[@jaket666]

saved me so much money and time my brother, thank you. (This works for older Expeditions too)

[@staceychamberlain1538]

My 2006 Ford fusion was having issues sporadically of not starting. I followed your directions after trying a failed start and it fired right up. Thank you!

[@MAChatham]

Thank you!!!! An amazing fix!

[@MrWicked187]

thank you so much! I have an 08 Fusion and it worked. There is no problem now but I'll get that part checked out just in case

[@AAAA317]

AintItJay187 2010 fusion same problem

[@Me-zr2sq]

Super!!! Great teaching talent. Thank you. I don't even need this but now I know.

[@paolavillarreal3159]

Thank you so much this really helped a lot! This worked amazingly!!!

[@quincyburns2461]

Thx for this video.It got me home safe and saved me alot of money.

[@kevinstephens789]

Thank you VERY MUCH......was just about to buy a new starter. You ROCK

[@tonyfknb3896]

Thank you! This is exactly the issue i have! I have a 2009 Mercury Milan which is basically the ford fusion/focus. And it has gotten so bad it takes almost an hour of wiggling and jiggling and pushing to finally get it to start. Works no problem in the cold, im guessing because the cold weather shrinks the metal which allows it to pop out easier. But after work when its hot it takes forever to find that sweet spot. Again guessing because with the warmer conditions, the metal parts have expanded more which makes it harder for that detent to pop out and engage. But now, where can i buy and replace that. Have to this weekend.

[@dariogabriel9307]

You Da Man!! Thank you for saving me some time on this.

[@thomastommy1192]

Awesome video thanks for sharing.

[@Watch3mburn]

Thank you man you just saved my life lol literary thank you for making this video

[@maguilopez2837]

You really help me this morning thank you so much

[@joebriggs9599]

Why would someone dislike this video. very good information. Thank You

[@rexblack6632]

Have a 97 Taurus. At a stop it goes into neutral. Must shift to reverse then drive and all is well. On the road with constant movement it works just fine

[@fz6pat]

Fixed my problem.

[@jaymills7305]

He you're a lifesaver. 2016 f350

[@chuckiebod]

This just worked! Thanks!

[@ashleybloom5983]

Thanks guy! Sure appreciate the tip!

[@susanr.walters9143]

So very helpful - thank you. I have a 2010 ford focus with the intermittent no crank/no start problem. So its a faulty/worn out ignition switch it seems from your channel. A Ford dealer service department told me I needed an ignition key cylinder. Is an ignition key cylinder the same thing as replacing the ignition switch?

[@bigblocknitro]

THANK YOU BUDDY!!!!! YOU THE MAN!!!;

[@08s197]

Great information!!!! Thanks

[@budgetingwithlesbpetty]

I have an 08 ford taurus and my car would turn over but not start and i got to 1.22min of your video and my car started. Thank you god. Thank you. You are a genuis. I would of been stuck at work. But i shook my ignition and step on gas then bam. There it go.👍👍👍👍👍👍👍

[@budgetingwithlesbpetty]

Update it was my battery. I needed a new battery it was going out.

[@daghost6791]

I have a 2001 F150 5.4L, and I'm having intermittent no crank issues. I've replaced the starter, battery, starter solenoid. I have replaced the ignition tumbler but I will. Now I just replaced the solenoid, and now the starter just spins when I try to start it. Found a video that talks about a bad wire too or from the starter that causes that. Are familiar?...Btw...love your channel...you've helped me so much...being a Ford owner.

[@FUGYOO]

Thanks again dude!

[@ogas12345]

2013 ecoboost, the trick works the first time, Thank you

[@RonnieYoung-zx8wu]

Does it stall out at stop signs

[@artstrader7954]

Very informative video! My question is about my friend's 1999 E-150 conversion van with the 5.4. Yesterday it died in traffic and wouldn't re-start. No crank, nothing but a clicking from the starter. He's worried that maybe something really bad happened like a broken timing chain. The van, by the way, has a remote controlled anti theft system installed. Recently he replaced the fuel pump, along with an injector. His check engine light was on and the codes given were for O-2 sensors. He cleaned and re-installed them which caused the check engine light to go out for a few days, then back on.Any ideas? Thanks!

[@TheHDPerspective]

thanks for the video! saved me a ton of time

[@billlincoln6087]

GREAT TIP. i was about to deal with crawling under my 2008 Ford EXPLODER ,trac...already replaced the engine at 100K, and am a little gun shy.

[@DRI.VENDISCUSSIONS]

Omg you a hero man !!

[@40death60]

I haven't tried this yet. I do believe it had something to do with the ignition. Im gonna try this when i get off work. I bought a new battery for my 2005 ford explorer thinking thats the problem. Nope! Its been in the walmart parking lot all week now. Hope this works!

[@jaimesustaita285]

thk-u,your awesome.

[@williesmom3208]

thanks for your help, my 2009 ford focus ignition has been doing that for several months, I was afraid I was going to get stranded. I just saw you video and tried what you said. I pushed ignition key toward the steering column and so far it starts every time. should I get it replaced soon or will this work for awhile?

[@roberthutchison8416]

Thanks for the video!! I will use your trick to see if my Explorer runs I would not have thought of the key cylinder was worn. Peace.

[@leoveroude4492]

you are awesome!

[@herbwag6456]

My 1995 Ford Contour developed a "no crank" condition. Turned out to be the Transmission Range Sensor/Neutral Safety Switch which seems to be another hidden problem with this Fix Or Repair Daily model. Also caused incredibly nutty shifting weirdness.

[@poopslinger2200]

How nutty was the shifting

[@rustedratchetgarage6788]

Just saved me alot of time on a 08 focus

[@Lalo8689]

You're the best

[@pacostacos6941]

Hell yeah!!! Thanks Piiiimmmmmpp!!

[@AKJeeper]

Is there something similar with 2008 Explorers? I've got one where it won't start unless you push IN on the ignition lock switch. Figured it was the ignition switch but haven't seen if the Explorers also have the faulty ignition lock modules that so many of the Escapes had problems with.

[@JW-rv9cy]

OMG thank you so much!

[@l.garcia8267]

Hello - thank you for this video. if I were to go have this issue fixed so it does not continue on my 08 Escape, what should I tell them to replace and approximately how much should they charge me to fix?

[@katerozeck5976]

Thank you!!!!

[@kencoulter8175]

thanks for the video

[@agoodneighborautorepair2176]

👋Sir very nice tips.

[@c431inf]

your the man bro

[@jeffrey123zzz]

This video helped and educated me. Question: will this trick stop working soon? I find myself having to try new ways to turn my key.. Jiggle it... Slow motion turn, and they kind of work for a few days in a row. It worries me that the problem is going to get worse. Sometimes it takes minutes or seconds. Sometimes i get weird battery saver messages. It is inconsistent. If I go days without driving it, it REALLY looks like it won't start... But it eventually does. I'm not sure if I should keep on doing special key tricks, or replace it. My current plan is to replace the ignition when the key absolutely fails... But this could be anywhere at any time. So basically will this trick keep working or should I plan to replace the ignition? Thanks so much.

[@j.t.patton7820]

YES! Thank you for this! :D

[@ACTP81]

Thanx alot for saving quite a lot of money for me. So the problem can be solved with a new ignition switch?

[@TheThinker1717]

After replacing the turn signal switch I didn't get the pieces around the ignition switch seated correctly. This was a total lifesaver!! TYTYTY

[@MGogola551]

Great Video .. wish I saw it sooner .. so after changing out the ignition switch, now the steering wheel dos not lock and sometimes the chimes stay on after I pull out the key.. ?? any ideas?/