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Re: 2000 Ford Ranger
KM <ohiohiker@woh.rr.com> wrote:
> My son has a 2000 Ford Ranger 4x4. His vehicle dis not come from the
> factory with tilt or cruise. I don't know why in this day and age they
> would even produce a vehicle without theres options...but anyway..
>
> He would like to add both tilt & cruise. If I am able to find a
> steering column (at a salvage yard) that has tilt and cruise, do you
> suppose I can simply swap them out? I know that I will have my work
> cut out for me...but did the factory leave a pig tail or connector
> under the dash for aftermarket upgrade?
>
> His truck is in storage for a few more weeks until he comes home
> from Iraq. I have not looked under the dash for connectors as of yet.
> Just asking for advice and trying to steer clear of the dealer
> pricing.
So that "Interstate" and Ricart can advertise: "New Ford Rangers! Low
as..."
The tilt change will probably be fairly easy.. minding the safety issues
with airbags and all. And airbag is more important than tilt.
May require a PCM (computer) swap
You need to buy the full shop manual. Check ebay
Thank your son for his service to our country!
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Yeh, I'm a Krusty old Geezer, putting up with my 'smartass' is the price
you pay..DEAL with it!
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