Ranger 4WD L4-153 2.5L SOHC VIN C SFI (2001)
Steering Column Lock: Service and Repair
Ignition Switch Lock Cylinder
Functional Lock Cylinder
Removal and Installation
1. Disconnect the battery ground cable.
2. Remove the ignition switch lock cylinder.
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Insert the ignition key and turn to the RUN position.
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Press the ignition switch lock cylinder release pin while pulling out the ignition switch lock cylinder.
3. To install, reverse the removal procedure.
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Verify ignition switch lock cylinder operation.
Non-Functional Lock Cylinder
Removal and Installation
1. NOTE: Make sure the front wheels are in the straight-ahead position.
Disconnect the battery ground cable and wait at least one minute to allow for depletion of the restraint system backup power supply.
2. WARNING: To avoid the risk of serious personal injury, read and follow all warnings, cautions, notes and instructions in the
deactivation procedure.
Deactivate the Supplemental Restraint System (SRS).
3. WARNING: To reduce the risk of serious personal injury, read and follow all warnings, notes and instructions in the steering wheel
removal and installation procedure.
Remove the steering wheel assembly.