How to replace an ignition switch in a car on Ford Thunderbird?

Disconnect negative cable from battery. Remove screws and detach lower steering column cover. Remove four nuts retaining steering column to bracket and lower column for access to switch screws. Remove upper steering column cover. Unplug ignition switch electrical connector. Turn ignition key lock cylinder to Run position. Remove two switch retaining screws. Disengage ignition switch from actuator pin. Ensure actuator pin slot in new ignition switch is in Run position. Place new switch on actuator pin and install retaining screws. Move switch back and forth to line up screw holes if necessary. Plug electrical connector into switch. Install upper steering column cover. Raise steering column and install retaining nuts. Tighten nuts securely. Remove any clips on steering column studs before installing nuts. Install steering lower column cover. Connect negative battery cable.

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Ford Thunderbird Switch Assembly - Ignition
Part Number: F29Z-11572-D
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Product Specifications
- Other Name: Switch Assy - Ignition; Ignition Switch
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Ford's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 1980-1993 Ford Thunderbird | 4 Cyl 2.3L, 6 Cyl 3.3L, 6 Cyl 3.8L, 8 Cyl 4.2L, 8 Cyl 5.0L | 3AT C3, 3AT C4, 3AT C5, 4AT A4LD, 4AT AOD, 5MT
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Ford Thunderbird Switch Assembly - Ignition
Part Number: F4DZ-11572-B
$43.78 MSRP: $69.82
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- Other Name: Switch Assy - Ignition; Ignition Switch
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Ford's factory warranty.
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- 1994-1997 Ford Thunderbird | 6 Cyl 3.8L, 8 Cyl 4.6L | 4AT 4R70W
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Ford Thunderbird Switch Assembly - Ignition
Part Number: F8LZ-11572-AA
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- Other Name: Switch Assy - Ignition; Ignition Switch
- Replaces: F7LZ-12A145-AH, F7LZ-11572-AA
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Ford's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 2002-2005 Ford Thunderbird | 8 Cyl 3.9L DOHC EFI NA | 5-Speed Automatic Transmission 5R55S, 5-Speed Automatic Transmission NAAO 5R55N, Left Hand Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive (Left Hand Drive)
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Ford Thunderbird Switch - Ignition Impulse Counting
Part Number: 3W4Z-12A145-AA
Product Specifications
- Manufacturer Note: Ignition switch
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Ford's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 2003 Ford Thunderbird | 8 Cyl 3.9L DOHC EFI NA | 5-Speed Automatic Transmission 5R55S, Left Hand Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive (Left Hand Drive)
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Ford Thunderbird Switch - Ignition Impulse Counting
Part Number: 6W4Z-12A145-A
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- Other Name: Ignition Cylinder, Ignition Switch
- Manufacturer Note: Ignition switch
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Ford's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 2004-2005 Ford Thunderbird | 8 Cyl 3.9L DOHC EFI NA | 5-Speed Automatic Transmission 5R55S, Left Hand Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive (Left Hand Drive)
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Ford Thunderbird Switch Assembly - Ignition
Part Number: F4LY-19A438-A
Product Specifications
- Other Name: Switch Assy - Ignition
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Ford's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 1997 Ford Thunderbird | 6 Cyl 3.8L, 8 Cyl 4.6L | 4AT 4R70W
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Ford Thunderbird Switch - Ignition Impulse Counting
Part Number: XW4Z-12A145-AJ
Product Specifications
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Ford's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 2002 Ford Thunderbird | 8 Cyl 3.9L DOHC EFI NA | 5-Speed Automatic Transmission NAAO 5R55N, Left Hand Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive (Left Hand Drive)

Ford Thunderbird Ignition Switch

Ignition Switch found in Ford Thunderbird cars plays the role of igniting the car and charging system in order to start the motor. When the ignition switch is rotated - with a key, a button, or a remote - car's computer starts the function of required systems, providing the engine operation and managing the electrical options such as radio and power windows functioning. Every now and then, the Ford Thunderbirds have incorporated different types of ignition switches; this has shifted from the standard mechanical key models to sophisticated key less that incorporates the push buttons. While initial designs included a mechanical key that needed to be inserted to unlock the system, most present templates have an immobiliser that seeks to identify a transponder signal. Although, contemporary cars have more advanced switch the principle of its work has not changed while replacing the ignition switch manufacturers focus on the car's model and use a plug-in system.

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Ford Thunderbird Ignition Switch Parts Questions & Experts Answers

Switch Assembly - Ignition
F29Z-11572-D
Q: How to replace an ignition switch in a car on Ford Thunderbird?
A: Disconnect negative cable from battery. Remove screws and detach lower steering column cover. Remove four nuts retaining steering column to bracket and lower column for access to switch screws. Remove upper steering column cover. Unplug ignition switch electrical connector. Turn ignition key lock cylinder to Run position. Remove two switch retaining screws. Disengage ignition switch from actuator pin. Ensure actuator pin slot in new ignition switch is in Run position. Place new switch on actuator pin and install retaining screws. Move switch back and forth to line up screw holes if necessary. Plug electrical connector into switch. Install upper steering column cover. Raise steering column and install retaining nuts. Tighten nuts securely. Remove any clips on steering column studs before installing nuts. Install steering lower column cover. Connect negative battery cable.