electric shift junk

[nick344]

I have a 93 ranger with electric shift t-case junk and a 3.0 engine. of course it does not work. i get nothing no lights on the 4hi/lo switch. i replaced switch. i looked at all the fuses. can anyone help? or could i save some time and money by going to the 1354 manual shift t-case if i can find one? if so what years and models did that tcase come in that will work on my truck

 

[Ranger44]

You could just go manual. That is if you can find a 13-54 manual shift T-Case.

Just fix the electric shift.

I've fixed mine for $5 and a little TLC and actually use it, and it has worked fine for over a year....flawless.

You've already checked fuses, how about relays?

Have you checked the connector for damage?

Courtesy of 4x4 Junkie:
If all the fuses are good, the next step is to run the 4x4 module self diagnostic. The 4x4 module is located behind the driver’s side rear jump seat on super-cab models, but as far as the other locations I don’t really know. This module will have three connectors going to it – one will be a pig tail, the other two will be located on the right side of it (side towards the front of the truck). These two connectors must be removed to diagnose the module. With the key in the off position, remove these two connectors from the module. Next, turn the key on with the engine off. On top of the module is a white rectangular button located next to a red LED….push the button and watch the LED.
a. If it flashes, this indicates the module is working properly. Go to the next step

Try this if the module is good get back and I'll walk you through the shift motor.

The shift motor may need a little TLC. The factory grease hardens without use. This allows the brushes to loose contact with the disc. If it doesn't know where it is, it won't shift. Fail Safe Mode.

 

[Earl43P]

http://www.explorerforum.com/forums/showthread.php?t=123542

 

[Ranger44]

I used to use that link, and I couldn't find it for the life of me. That should help him out.

 

[nick344]

thanks i will look alittle closer at mine to see what is excatly wrong with it.

 

[Ranger44]

All it takes is a little patience and understanding. Most people have the biggest trouble with it because they let it be a problem.

A manual T-case is a "reliable" swap, but finding one is a different story.

 

[Hahnsb2]

A manual 1350 is easy to find and dirt cheap, grab a front driveshaft from an FM-145 equipped (86-87 5 speed) and it will swap right in...

 

[289-tiger-]

This might be like an old starter and yes I have done this to my 93 Explorer. If you can hear an audible click with the engine off and ignition on when you hit the button... Get a hammer. Under the drivers side you will see at the back of the transfer case a selenoid that looks like a windshield wiper motor. TAP GENTLY, no dents please. Chaulk is optional to mark the spot for the next incident. By the by it is not junk, it is just getting old.

Good luck

 

[nick344]

it appears to be the shift motor cushing gone off the back side of the gear and it was locked up. i got it freed up and put some fuel tubing in place of the cushing i am going to reinstall and hopefully this will fix my issue

 

[hopeu812]

% Ranger 44-and this forum

We just had a little snow so I was turning on the 4X heading down the drive something don't feel right, the rearend wanted to come around on me so I'm clicking buttons thinking something is wrong with the 4x and I come to a stop, try reverse forwards nothing all of a sudden a loud kkkklunk, I'm thinking oh crap. So I'm walking back to the garage to get a neddle nose to check fuses and I'm thinking oh thats right I left the parking brake on. Feeling like a real idiot, but now I messed up my trans. Check fuses, all good oh great what did I do. So I get on the net and found this forum looking for electric schematic. Was reading a bunch of posts and found this one which saved me alot of money and heartache. By reading Rangers one paragraph about checking the module I reset it and all is fine. So I joined to right a sincere thankyou to Ranger 44 and this forum. THANKS!

 

[Ranger44]

Someone else may be more to thank. I think 4x4junkie saved that from the old forum, and was originally posted by someone else.

But your welcome for posting it onto this thread....

 

[jr4x4]

Hey can some one help me . i bought a 1987 Ranger 4x4 ext/cab
4x4 not working automatic locking hub i have. now in the truck when i push the 4x4 lo or hi.. i dont see any light's 4x4 will not kickin in/ any one might have a clue what it might be ???

Thank's

 

[hopeu812]

Try this!

Courtesy of 4x4 Junkie:
If all the fuses are good, the next step is to run the 4x4 module self diagnostic. The 4x4 module is located behind the driver’s side rear jump seat on super-cab models, but as far as the other locations I don’t really know. This module will have three connectors going to it – one will be a pig tail, the other two will be located on the right side of it (side towards the front of the truck). These two connectors must be removed to diagnose the module. With the key in the off position, remove these two connectors from the module. Next, turn the key on with the engine off. On top of the module is a white rectangular button located next to a red LED….push the button and watch the LED.
a. If it flashes, this indicates the module is working properly. Go to the next step

 

[bernerboy]

Ok guys I am having the same problem but I have read all the threads and followed all the instructions.

My only problem I think at this time is I can only find one fuse.

This is an 88 B2 5 spd with auto hubs and electric shift. The Hayes books says there is a 40 amp fuse in the distribution box, however there isn't or I haven't found the distribution box so I don't have a clue where to look. I have looked everywhere feasible under the hood for something.

Any help would be of great assistance

Gene

 

[wrecking-crew]

i got the same problem here. its pissing me off, just the fact it wont work. when i first tried it the light went on then i heard a tap sound coming from the switch and now i cant get the light back on. is that bad? fuse in fuse box good. any relays i should look at?