Inspection and Verification
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2009 Ford Pickup, 2009 Ford F550 Super Duty, 2009 Ford F450 Super Duty, and 2009 Ford Cab & Chassis. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Visually inspect for obvious signs of mechanical and electrical system concerns.VISUAL INSPECTION CHART
Mechanical Electrical - Front axle assembly
- Manual hub locks
- Shift lever and/or linkage
- Driveshaft and U-joints
- Fluid leaks
- Matching tire size
- Transfer case
- Wiring harness
- Mode indicator switch (MIS)
- Connector(s)
- Circuitry
- Carry out the Mechanical Shift-On-Stop (MSOS) Functional Test. Go to Pinpoint Test F .
- If the concern is still present after the Mechanical Shift-On-Stop (MSOS) Functional Test, go to Symptom Chart - Mechanical Shift .