Motor, Shift: Description

The shift motor consists of a permanent magnet D.C. motor with gear reduction to convert a high speed-low torque device into a low speed-high torque device. The output of the device is coupled to a shaft which internally moves the range fork that change the transfer case operating ranges. The shift motor uses a digital encoder to monitor the shift motor position. The motor is rated at 20 amps maximum at 25° C (77° F) with 14 volts at the motor leads.