turn signal problem

[ShaDi]

i have a 1987 5.0 coupe and the turn signals will not work when the engine is running but will work when the key is in the run position and the engine is off any one have any ideas?

 

[Gearbanger 101]

I'm leaning towards an ignition switch issue.

 

[jrichker]

Some of the symptoms of ignition switch problems are things that don’t work or are intermittent like radio, turn signals, wipers or heater.

There was a FREE recall on Ford ignition switches. They overheat and sometimes catch fire. That burns up the steering column and sometimes the car interior. Since this is very old information, you may not be able to get the switch replaced for free anymore. The auto parts stores sell the switches for $13-$15.

Saleen0679 was nice enough to dig this up for us awhile back: Replace a 1979-1993 Ignition Switch Assembly

 

[ShaDi]

thanks for the info i will check into the switch.