I have a 1998 Ford Ranger XLT, 4x2, regular cab, and the glove box doesn't have a lock. Is there any way to install a lock, or are there any other locking glove boxes (or just latches) from other vehicles that can be swapped into my vehicle? Would I be able to swap in a glove box from a 95-97 Ranger?

 

I think Explorers had locking glove box but only 1990-1995, not sure on fitment for 1998 Ranger, and finding a key for these would be next to impossible

Don't recall ever seeing one on any Ranger

There are a few 3rd party glove box locks and wrecking yards may have some stock locks that will work, must have the KEY

You don't have to replace current latch, just a round hole off to either side with a latch that turns only with a key is all you need.
Or a gate latch with a padlock, LOL

 

Do you know if latches from other Ford vehicles might fit? I found some locking latches on Ebay from other Ford vehicles that are similar in size, but I don't know if they can be directly swapped.
2001 Mustang: Locking Latch
2002 Escape: Locking Latch, Locking Latch

 

Never done one so can't say

Maybe someone else will see this who has done it

 

My 95 ranger has a locking glove box. I think it is original but not positive, I've only owned it a short while.

 

I was able to use a locking latch from an 01-07 Ford Escape in my 98 Ranger (part #YF3A-5406004-AAW). The overall dimensions are the same as the stock Ranger latch, but it was not a direct drop in. The single screw doesn't line up with the hole in the glove box (other 2 screws do line up) and I needed to grind away a little bit of material with a Dremel to get it to fit, but after that it was an easy fit. Very easy mod overall.

 

Nice job, looks stock

Whats the key situation?

Can a locksmith re-pin it to match your key or did you just get a key with it?

 

I bought the part from Ebay, and the key was included in the sale.