Pinpoint Test B: The Shift Control Is Out Of Correct Gear Relationship
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2005 Ford Pickup, 2005 Ford F550 Super Duty, 2005 Ford F450 Super Duty, and 2005 Ford Cab & Chassis. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- B1 CHECK SHIFT CONTROL LINKAGE
- Key in ON position.
- Apply the brake pedal.
- Gain access to the shift control linkage.
- Actuate the transmission range selector lever in all ranges.
- Observe all linkages during operation.
- Is the linkage damaged?
- Yes : INSTALL new shift control linkage. TEST the system for normal operation.
- No : GO to B2.
- B2 CHECK TRANSMISSION SHIFT CABLE
- Check transmission shift cable and bracket installation and tightness.
- Is the transmission shift cable correctly installed and adjusted?
- Yes : VERIFY the transmission shift cable adjustment. REFER to CABLE AND BRACKET ADJUSTMENT . ADJUST the transmission shift cable if necessary. VERIFY the digital transmission range (TR) sensor for correct adjustment. REFER to AUTOMATIC TRANSAXLE/TRANSMISSION - TORQSHIFT . ADJUST digital TR sensor if necessary. GO to B3.
- No : REPAIR as necessary. TEST the system for normal operation.
- B3 CHECK LINKAGE/CABLE FOR CORRECT GEAR RELATIONSHIP
- Apply the brake pedal.
- Actuate the transmission range selector lever in all ranges.
- Does the indicator match the gear selection?
- Yes : System OK. TEST the system for normal operation.
- No : REFER to SELECTOR LEVER INDICATOR ADJUSTMENT . TEST the system for normal operation.