Ford Transit Mk8 Ignition Cylinder Lock Barrel Key Fob Remote Set GK2A-220B08-FB

Used key – requires programming

The key requires programming (coding) by a specialist to be fully functional.

Ford Transit Mk8 Ignition Cylinder Lock Barrel Key Fob Remote Set is an original set from the Ignition sets category, designed for Ford vehicles. The set includes the components necessary for operating the ignition and steering column lock, as well as remote central locking control, allowing for consistent operation of the vehicle's security system.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: GK2A-220B08-FB
• Mark: Ford
• Condition: For parts or not working
• OEM Part Number: GK2A-220B08-FB
• Substitutable numbers: GK2A-220B08-FB, GK2A220B08FB
• Part type: Ignition Kit
• Category: Ignition Kits

Purpose and function of the set

Ford Transit Mk8 Ignition Cylinder Lock Barrel Key Fob Remote Set has been designed as an integrated system for engine starting and mechanical steering column locking. Using a complete solution from the same series ensures consistent operation of the ignition and lock system, which is essential when repairing security systems in modern commercial vehicles.

The set is part of the system responsible for:

• initiating the ignition and transmitting the signal to other system components,
• mechanically locking the steering column after removing the key,
• operating the remote control functions for locking systems.

Technical and installation characteristics

As an item from the Ignition sets category, the product is configured to work with factory solutions used in the Ford Transit Mk8. Using an original design makes it easier to match the existing electrical harness and steering column mechanics, which limits the need for modifications.

When planning the installation, it is worth paying attention to:

• compatibility of the key and remote control with the vehicle's electronics,
• proper seating of the ignition mechanism in the column housing,
• correct connection of electrical connectors in accordance with Ford service documentation.

Due to the complexity of the ignition system, installation by an experienced service center equipped with the appropriate diagnostic software for component adaptation in the vehicle is recommended.

Product condition and service application

The offered set is marked as intended for parts or repair, which makes it a solution primarily for workshops and professionals involved in the regeneration of Ford ignition system components. Such a product can be a valuable base for:

• obtaining selected functional mechanical or electronic components,
• reconstructing missing elements in an existing system,
• workshop training related to the disassembly and assembly of ignition switches.

For users looking for cost-effective service solutions, using such a set as a donor for parts can be cost-beneficial, provided that the condition of individual elements is verified beforehand.

Benefits of using an original Ford set

Using a component from the Ford brand promotes compatibility with the vehicle's factory installation. The original design facilitates:

• maintaining compliance with vehicle security systems,
• reducing problems with fitting mechanical lock and ignition parts,
• maintaining predictable remote control operation within the central locking system.

This approach is particularly important in commercial vehicles, where operational repeatability and the possibility of subsequent diagnostics based on standard Ford service procedures are essential.

Expanding the ignition system in a Ford

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the ignition system area in your Ford and need other components from the same group, such as ignition housings, lock cylinders, or additional modules related to starting the vehicle, check the available parts in the Ford Ignition sets category.

For users interested in a broader approach to the topic of used parts and their cost-effectiveness in vehicle operation, an article describing the practical aspects of component selection may be helpful, which you can find here: Volkswagen – solidity and reliability. Why are used VW parts a reasonable choice?.