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Crown Automotive Ignition Lock Cylinder and Keys (Chrome) – 5003843AAK

Crown Automotive

  • Chrome ignition lock cylinder with two keys, part 5003843AAK
  • Column mounting
  • Lists 1997–2004 Jeep Wrangler TJ and Liberty KJ
  • Lists 1999–2004 Grand Cherokee WJ and 2004 Wrangler LJ Unlimited
  • UPC 848399031249

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Description

Overview

The Crown Automotive 5003843AAK is a chrome ignition lock cylinder with two keys, made for column-mounted ignition on Jeep models.

The cylinder comes with two keys and has a chrome finish with column mounting. Check the lock code and keyway against your current key or your vehicle’s lock before installing.

Key features

  • Includes two keys
  • Chrome finish
  • Column mounting type
  • Direct fit for the listed Grand Cherokee, Liberty and Wrangler models

Lock cylinder care and fitting

The lock cylinder turns the ignition and releases the steering column when the correct key is used, so its condition affects daily use. Over time the pins inside can wear, and a worn cylinder may feel stiff, require jiggling to turn, or let the key come out at the wrong position. Keep the key clean, avoid forcing it, and avoid carrying heavy key rings that pull on the cylinder.

Before replacing the cylinder, check the ignition switch and the key itself, since a worn key or switch can produce similar symptoms. Lock cylinders are often replaced with a matching key set, and a new cylinder should be tested in every position, including start and accessory, before the dash is reassembled. Test the cylinder with the key before returning the vehicle to regular use.

  • Match the cylinder to your current key or lock
  • Test all key positions before reassembly
  • Check the ignition switch if the key still sticks

Specifications

Brand Crown Automotive
Part number 5003843AAK
UPC 848399031249
Product type Ignition lock cylinder and keys
Keys included 2
Finish Chrome
Mounting type Column
Fitment type Direct fit

Vehicle fitment

This is a direct fit for the 1999 to 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee (WJ), the 2002 to 2004 Jeep Liberty (KJ), the 2004 Jeep Wrangler (LJ) Unlimited and the 1997 to 2004 Jeep Wrangler (TJ).

Close vehicles that are not on the list include the Grand Cherokee WJ from 2005 on and the Wrangler TJ from 2005 to 2006. Confirm your vehicle’s year, model and trim before ordering.

What’s included

One chrome lock cylinder with two keys.

SKU: CRO5003843AAK Category:

Specification

Shipping weight 0.42 lbs
Package dimensions 3.50 × 3.30 × 1.80 in
brands

Fitment

VehicleYearsTrims
Jeep Grand Cherokee (WJ)1999–2004Laredo, Limited, Overland, Special Edition, Sport
Jeep Liberty (KJ)2002–2004Limited, Renegade, Sport
Jeep Wrangler (LJ)2004Unlimited
Jeep Wrangler (TJ)1997–2004Rubicon, SE, Sahara, Sport, X

Use “Select your vehicle” at the top of the page to check this part against your vehicle.

Questions & Answers

Will the Crown 5003843AAK fit a 2001 Jeep Grand Cherokee?

Yes. The cylinder fits the 1999 to 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee (WJ), so a 2001 model is covered. Confirm the ignition is column mounted before ordering, since this cylinder is column mounted.

How many keys come with the cylinder?

Two keys come with the chrome lock cylinder. If you need a spare, have a key cut to match the lock code of the cylinder before installing it.

What mounting type is it?

The cylinder is column mounted, with a chrome finish and two keys. Confirm the ignition uses a column mount before installing it, since this part is designed for column mounting.

What signs show an ignition lock cylinder is wearing out?

Common signs include a key that is hard to turn, a key that sticks or will not remove, and a cylinder that feels loose. Replacing the cylinder is a practical step when the key sticks, though a worn ignition switch can cause similar symptoms and should be checked too.