Ignition key tumbler swap?

1999 FORD TAURUS
44,570 MILES • 3.6L • 6 CYL • 2WD • AUTOMATIC
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CAROLIAMWHO
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So, i have a 2002 Ford Taurus but the keys were lost so I don’t have original keys or fob and i also have a 1999 Ford Taurus that has keys and fob. Can i swap ignitions the 1999 into the 2002 and would it work?
Jul 16, 2022 at 11:26 AM
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Yes, it should work if the parts look the same. Here are the instructions in the diagrams below on how to change the ignition key tumbler out. Check out the instructions. (Below) Let us know what happens and please upload pictures or videos of the problem.

Removal
1. Disconnect battery ground cable.
2. Remove lower instrument panel steering column cover.
3. Rotate ignition switch lock cylinder to the RUN position.
4. Disconnect the ignition switch electrical connector.
5. Remove the two screws retaining ignition switch.
6. Disengage the ignition switch from the actuator.

Installation
1. NOTE: A new replacement ignition switch assembly will be set in the RUN position as received.

Adjust the ignition switch by sliding the carrier to the ignition switch RUN position.
2. Make sure that the ignition switch lock cylinder is in the RUN position. The RUN position is achieved by rotating the ignition switch lock cylinder approximately 90 from the LOCK position.
3. Install the ignition switch pin into the actuator. It may be necessary to move the ignition switch slightly back and forth to align the ignition switch mounting holes with the lock cylinder housing threaded holes.
4. Install retaining screws. Tighten to 5.6 - 7.9 Nm (50 - 69 inch lbs.).
5. Connect electrical connector to ignition switch.
6. Connect battery ground cable. Check ignition switch for proper function, including START and ACC positions. Also, make certain that the column is in the LOCK position.
7. Install lower instrument panel steering column cover with screws.

Check out the diagrams (below). Please let us know what happens.
Jul 16, 2022 at 7:15 PM