'67-'68 Ignition Switch Replacement
For 1967, Ford made ignition switch replacement easier. Instead of a push-and-turn escutcheon, the '67-'68 switch employs a screw-on escutcheon, serviceable with a special tool available from Mustangs Etc. This switch is secured with a bracket that ties it to the dashboard.
The '67-'68 ignition switch...
The '67-'68 ignition switch is installed with a bracket to provide stability.
A screw-on escutcheon ties...
A screw-on escutcheon ties the switch to the dashboard in front.
The ignition lock cylinder...
The ignition lock cylinder removes the same way as the '65-'66. Turn to "ACC," insert the paper clip, then turn to 9 o'clock. The cylinder will pop out.
For 1967 only, there is a...
For 1967 only, there is a '65-'66-style plug, with a center accessory post retained with a self-locking nut.
For 1968-'69, the Mustang's...
For 1968-'69, the Mustang's ignition switch became a plug-in unit, without the center post. This plug tends to run a little hot in regular operation.
'69 Ignition Switch Replacement
The '69 Mustang ignition switch is a stand-alone design. Although this is the same ignition switch used in 1968, it installs differently in a completely different dashboard.
Remove the lock cylinder the...
Remove the lock cylinder the same as for the '65-'68 models. Turn the key to "ACC," then insert the paper clip and turn to 9 o'clock.
Turn the lock cylinder to...
Turn the lock cylinder to the 9 o'clock position, then pull it out of the ignition switch.
For '69 models, the ignition...
For '69 models, the ignition switch is retained with a screw-in escutcheon. Turn the escutcheon counterclockwise and remove it.
This is a view of the '69...
This is a view of the '69 panel from behind. The ignition switch fits into the opening, which provides support. There is no bracket, as there is in '67-'68 models. There is also an ignition-switch light position for the '69.
Because this ignition switch...
Because this ignition switch is a '68 type, it employs a tab at 6 o'clock that fits into the '69 dashboard.
The '69 ignition switch installs...
The '69 ignition switch installs the same way it removes. Fit the ignition switch as shown, then install the escutcheon pieces. Screw it down snug.
The ignition lock cylinder...
The ignition lock cylinder reinstalls beginning at 9 o'clock, just as in the'65-'68.