I own a 2003 Ranger 4.0 4X4.

I am wanting to swap a tilt steering column for my not-tilt column. I think everything is pretty straightforward, except I'm a little unsure of the ignition cylinder.

I want to keep the same key to my truck after switching columns. Can I just switch-out ignition cylinders?

Is it pretty easy to swap-out cylinders? Anything I should watch out for?

Any help is appreciated. AC.

 

yes just switch the cylinder over, i believe all u have to do is pop off the black cover on top and bottom of the column and then on the underside of the cylinder there should be a release pin.

 

you need to have the key in the tumbler to pull it out.

 

Don't you also have to swap the PATS unit over too ?

 

^ I think he's right. The older ones were just a straight swap... but not the newer trucks.

 

yeah, i posted something about the pats deal on his post on rps. i would think that you do.

 

what the heck is a pats unit, and is it an easy swap?

 

pats is fords security thing i believe.

 

Passive Anti Theft System? I think that's what it stands for anyways...