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How to Replace Ignition Switch 1995-2004 Ford Ranger
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Tools used
Adjustable Wrench
Socket Extensions
T30 Driver
8mm Socket
7mm Socket
Ratchet
1. Accessing the Ignition Switch
Use an adjustable wrench to loosen the nut on the battery cable.
Disconnect the negative battery cable.
Remove the four 7mm bolts that secure the panel under the driver side dash (two are under the hood latch).
Pull down and back to release the panel.
Using an 8mm socket remove the six bolts where the panel previously was.
2. Removing the Ignition Switch
Use a 7mm socket to unbolt the connection.
Remove the gray cover.
Remove the nut.
Use a T30 torx driver to unsecure the switch.
3. Installing a New Ignition Switch
With the connector facing the drivers door push the switch back into place and tighten the T30 screws back into place.
Plug the switch back in and reinsert the 7mm bolt back into place.
Replace the grey protector.
Replace the plate and six 8mm bolts.
Replace the panel and the the four 7mm bolts.
Reconnect the battery.
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Hi. I'm Mike Green. I'm one of the owners of 1A Auto. I want to help you save time and money repairing and maintaining your vehicle. I'm going to use my 20 plus years experience restoring and repairing cars and trucks like this to show you the correct way to install parts from 1A Auto.com. The right parts installed correctly. That's going to save you time and money. Thank you and enjoy the video.
In this video we're going to replace the ignition switch on this 1996 Ford Ranger. The process is exactly the same for any 95-97 and very similar 98 and up trucks. Tools you will need are an adjustable wrench, 7 mm and 8 mm sockets with ratchet and extension and a T-30 Torx driver as well.
Use the adjustable wrench and loosen this nut on the battery cable. Then turn the battery cable and disconnect your negative cable. Start out, you are going to remove four 7 mm bolts. One there. There's two underneath your hood latch here. Pull it out, right there. And then another one right over here. We're going to use a 7 mm socket with an extension and a ratchet. Once those bolts are off you actually pull down and forward or actually backwards on this panel. Just pull it out. There are two pins that hold it right there.
I'm now using an 8 mm socket. You're going to remove six bolts that hold this plate on. You can bear with me a minute as I just fast forward through removing those six 8 mm bolts. Now right up in here is your ignition switch. You are going to use a 7 mm socket and ratchet and unbolt the connection. I'm fast forwarding here again. I kind of use a socket to unbolt it. Then I do pull that grey cover off and then use my socket and ratchet again to turn it counter clockwise to loosen that nut. There's your switch. Now you want a T-30 Torx driver and two screws holding the switch in place, one there and then one over here. Fast forward a little bit as I'm removing those two T-30 Torx screws. There's your switch out.
The original switch and new switch from 1AAuto. Just make sure these are basically in the same general position. Put this in place on the screw. Remember you want the connector facing the driver's door. Put the pin back into place. Make sure everything goes in correctly. Tighten that screw kind of by hand. Make sure this one goes into place OK.
I'll speed it up here as I get that 7 mm bolt going that holds the junction block together and then use my socket and ratchet to tighten it up. Then finally put the grey protector over it. At this point you can reconnect the battery and test your switch out. Here I'm showing you just in fast forward putting that plate back underneath there and then using the six 8 mm bolts and tightening them up, getting that plate in place. What I do is get most of them in place first and then I tighten them up afterwards. Then on, the last thing is to put the lower panel in place, the trim panel and tighten those four 7 mm bolts that hold that in place. Last but not least, if you haven't done so already, reconnect your negative battery cable and you should be all set.
We hope this helps you out. It was brought to you by www.1Aauto.com your source for quality replacement parts and the best service on the internet. Please feel free to call us toll free 888-844-3393. We are the company that's here for you on the internet and in person.
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Part arrived on time
John
March 4, 2017
Part fits my auto (is identical dimensions & electric functions) and installed as video instructed. My problem with low voltage to the fuel pump was cured. (Original equipment part was 17 years old)
Solved the problem
jerry
August 12, 2017
We were having sporadic starting problems and this solved the problem. It arrived on schedule and works great.
Lifesaver!!!
Michael
February 9, 2020
I bought this ignition switch for my early 99 7.3L Stroker. I had installed a Dorman, from the local auto parts store as a filler until this one finally arrived. The Dorman shorted out shortly after replacing the previous one. I don't believe it was any manufacturer defect, the previous owner of my vehicle did quite a number on the wiring, or should I say he left a bird's nest!. Long story short, we ran out of answers so I decided to remove everything the previous owner had installed including a Viper alarm and pod gauges. Installed the OEM switch... voila! It cranked over and ran...still running. Very happy with purchase, so far!
Good quality
Johnathan
April 14, 2020
Only place that actually provided good quality with all necessary mounting hardware included! Will definitely be shopping here more
1a quality
D
May 1, 2020
Fit the car my schedule and my budget....will do business again
Ignition switch
Jason
May 7, 2020
I needed a ignition switch for my 96 f150 and this one is a perfect match to the OE ignition switch. Simple to change out and if your not sure you can watch the 1a auto video on YouTube.
Ron
December 11, 2020
Did not work the right way when turned to start nothing happened.
Fits like a glove
louis
March 15, 2021
Simple to order. Great online videos to show how to install. I have used competitors online auto parts store and very disappointed in their customer service and delays in delivery. 1A Auto is a great company and the part is guaranteed to fit. I would highly recommend 1A Auto.
easy install
ART
May 30, 2021
do not have to remove master cyclnder
Benjamin
November 7, 2021
easy to follow instructions really helped
1999 Ford Ranger ignition switch replacement.
Thomas
September 9, 2022
Exact replacement, easy install.
Fixed!
Chad
February 13, 2024
Fixed my issue of turn signals and blower motor not working.
Exactly!
Thomas
August 20, 2024
This is an EXACT replacement part! The swap-out was a smooth procedure, the old one was out, and the new one in, in less than an hour.
Customer Q&A
will a falty ignition switch sonetimes not power uo the fuel pump?December 14, 2018
Esten S
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There could be multiple reasons why you're having this particular problem. We suggest taking your vehicle to a nearby reputable shop to identify the cause. Once you know the cause, we'll be happy to see if we carry the parts and how-to videos needed for your repair.
December 14, 2018
Jessica D
Does a new ignition switch require a anti theft (PATS) reset to the key or switch???March 11, 2019
William M
10
This does not require a PATS reset to the key or the switch.
March 11, 2019
Emma F
10
No, replacement of the switch did not affect the key or PATS.
March 11, 2019
Grady M
10
No, I just installed and she was good to go.
March 17, 2019
T R
What would cause the truck to start with ignition switch but will not kill engine and power stays on in cab?April 10, 2020
Tim S
10
Thanks for your inquiry. There could be multiple reasons why you're having this particular problem. We suggest taking your vehicle to a nearby reputable shop to identify the cause. Once you know the cause, we'll be happy to see if we carry the parts and how-to videos needed for your repair.
April 10, 2020
Jessica D
Will a bad ignition switch power on the dash when in off position?July 3, 2021
John D
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There could be multiple reasons why you're having this particular problem. We suggest taking your vehicle to a nearby reputable shop to identify the cause. Once you know the cause, we'll be happy to see if we carry the parts and how-to videos needed for your repair.
July 3, 2021
Ricale A
My dash lights stay on with switch off
?February 3, 2024
Walter R
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