Cab swap 2002 ford ranger 3.0 to 2003 4.0

[Jimw4]

So I have a 2003 ford ranger with 4.0 that the cab and core support are totaled. The engine, drive train, frame etc are all in order. Rather then attempting body work trying to repair this I have a complete parts truck. However the engine in that truck is a 3.0. I would like to take that cab and slap it onto my 4.0 frame. Before going at this completely blind has anyone else done this? I would assume ecu, ignition, and possibly some fuse boxes will need to be swapped. Does any one have a guide or any pointers on doing this?

Thanks

 

[pjtoledo]

from the legal standpoint, the VIN attached to the cowl is the official identifier of a vehicle.
if you swap the cab you now have a legally different vehicle.
check your laws and proceed with caution.
FYI, swapping or altering VIN tags is illegal.

the actual swap should be doable. I recommend a factory wiring book.
the keys need to match the correct ECU because of the PATS security system.

 

[lil_Blue_Ford]

from the legal standpoint, the VIN attached to the cowl is the official identifier of a vehicle.
if you swap the cab you now have a legally different vehicle.
check your laws and proceed with caution.
FYI, swapping or altering VIN tags is illegal.

the actual swap should be doable. I recommend a factory wiring book.
the keys need to match the correct ECU because of the PATS security system.

This.

Also, if I mind right, the PATS in both of them is only the ECU and keys, so swap the ignition cylinder and computer to stay matched.

 

[franklin2]

I would count on swapping all the wiring also. When done it will be as original, except the VIN will say it has a 3.0 and you will have to go to the DMV and scrap the 4.0 truck, and transfer the registration and do the title thing for the 3.0 truck.

 

[Jimw4]

I’ve got titles for both trucks. Should I just take the dash out and throw it in the new one? Steering column n all?

 

[lil_Blue_Ford]

I’ve got titles for both trucks. Should I just take the dash out and throw it in the new one? Steering column n all?

There is no reason to swap the dash unless you’re trying to replace a broken one. VIN is attached to the firewall and as has been mentioned is illegal to swap without the correct paperwork and approval