When F-150s have issues transferring into 4x4 mode, most of the time the culprit is the transfer case shift motor. So, last week around 60000 miles the transmission started grinding in traffic, slipping, and giving me a transmission fail indication where the odometer was located , and a flashing overdrive off. Push those pins in through the new harness, no need to take apart either harness at all, I believe videos on YouTube show pulling the back plate, do not do this. It is located behind the transfer case, which is mounted behind the transmission. This was telling me it was somewhere in the transfer case.
Easier then turning transfer case manually to line up. After about the 5th time this happened I took vehicle to the Ford dealership, and they could not duplicate the problem, so nothing was done. After a day in the S repair shop they pulled the pan and it had metal shavings everywhere. They replaced the transfer case, and it hasn't made the sound since then. It is a critical component that can be easily worn out over time. Routine maintenance can prevent damage to the transfer case motor.
What could the problem be and is there any steps that I can take to narrow it down to the problem. Quality parts at a fair price. All possible upgrades are included into the units during the building process, all units are pressure and spin tested by experienced automotive specialists. This will be my one and only Ford. There may be other components wired into the same harness. If you are skilled enough, you can take apart the motor and replace this bushing, saving you the cost of replacing the entire motor. With one of the ideal warranties in the business 2 years and expert technical assistance, you are able to count on Proven Force for the particular parts you'll need! It is then that the transfer case motor gets into action and ensures your Ford F150 gets the necessary traction through the activation of the four-wheel-drive.
Part arrived when stated and in good shape. By - November 11, 2014 This article applies to the Ford F-150 2004-2014 , and the Ford F-250 Super Duty 2005-2014. I turned off the truck, which reset the transmission fail alarm, put the truck in reverse, which made a loud slamming noise. Very bad safety issue as I am finding I am not alone with this problem. Pro Tip If using a jack, then make sure the truck is on level ground and block all four tires. Function of the Ford F150 Transfer Case Motor Before getting to the symptoms of a bad transfer case shift motor, it is important you understand what does a transfer case shift motor do.
Step 5 - Install the new shift motor Install the new replacement motor onto the transfer case. I installed the part in 15 minutes, correctly. The next time this noise was heard I quickly turned on the 4X4 high via the switch on the dashboard and the noise went away immediately. This article will cover how to replace it yourself to save you. This happened for about 10 minutes until I could get off the expressway, and exit into a gas station parking lot. Ford transfer were cases utilized the following transfer case models: , , , ,, , and. Commercial, heavy duty, custom, or off road vehicle use voids the warranty.
Original proof of purchase is required. I then put it in drive and was able to drive home with only grinding noise in first gear. When I try to put it into 4 High or 4 Low you can feel and hear everything kick in but the wheels are not engaging. If the Ford F150 transfer case motor has sustained extensive damage, you may find that you can shift back to two-wheel-drive after engaging the four-wheel-drive. Proven Force a major industry vehicle re-builder of Four wheel drive transfer cases, as well as service provider for light and medium vehicles with over 38 years experience. Someone needs to make Ford admit what this is and fix these trucks.
If so, they will also need to be removed from the harness. Signs of a Failing Ford F150 Transfer Case Motor On the other hand, if the transfer case motor of your Ford F150 is in the process of failing, you will get other warning signs. Its not the tires, or engine but I think the drivetrain. To place an order please call the order desk at 763-425-7474 or toll free 1-800-444-0755. Wire harness, highlighted in red, must be disconnected from the motor. Use the ratchet to secure the bolts back onto the transfer case.
Top high quality rebuilt F150 transfer cases saving your dollars! I was extremely satisfied with the ease the replacement part was installed. Use a small pointed object to push on locking pin inside old harness to pull out the two wires needed. We stock transfer case motor parts for most Ford models including , , , , , , , , , , , and. The label will supply the particular model number of your unit most importantly the assembly number. Rebuilt Ford F150 Transfer Cases are available for model years 1980 through 2011 model years. Before we get to the instructions, read.