Ignition switch?

[weldingmiller]

Has anyone ever had to change the ignition switch on an 04? My dad's is going out and we need to chang it soon. When you turn the truck off and remove the key all the accesories remain on including the A/C. Does anyone know what we are getting into and any tips? Thanks!

 

[Missouri Mule]

In my 96 service manual three screws that hold on the steering column cover than there are three or four tamper proof torx screws that hold the ignition switch in. Take the negative battery cables off the batteries.

( I posted the instructions on a thread where a member had is third gen steering wheel stuck. Turned out is steering wheel lock flag on the ignition switch had fallen off. )

 

[Tejasdge]

There are actually two switches or parts, the lock cylinder, and the electrical switch. I just replaced both as I could pull out my key in any position (the key was worn too) and the power windows stopped working and the radio went off if you played with the key. The column cowl is held on with three torx screws. The ignition cylinder must come out first and is turned with the key in the cylinder and there is a tab on the bottom side that can be pushed in with a small punch or screwdriver when turned to the right place. Then just pull the cylinder out. Then you can remove the electrical switch screws which are a combination of torx and phillips. It's tight getting it out, but only takes a few minutes the first time.



I got both at NAPA for less than $200 and had it rekeyed at the local locksmith for $30. The dealer wanted to charge me for everything, including the air I was breathing, while they did the rekey. I imagine you could rekey it yourself by pressing in the little detent pin and lining up the cylinder and half moon shaped end. I haven't tried taking out the pins, but they should be transferable. But why put worn out pins in a new cylinder when the old one can be used as an emergency spare.

 

[weldingmiller]

Thanks for all the info guys! We will pull it apart this weekend and change both parts. Once again TDR has proven to be a tremendous asset!