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When did the transfer case come out on the Ranger?

When did the transfer case come out on the Ranger?

The BW1354 transfer case was available in a manual shift, or electronic shift. The manual version was used from 1990-1997, and then from 2002-2003. The 2002-2003 manual cases were only available on the Ford Ranger FX4. The electric version was used from 1990-2011.

What is the repair manual for a Ford Ranger?

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What kind of transfer case does a Ford Bronco II use?

The 1986-1990 Ford Bronco II also used a flat flange on the BW1350 transfer case. These setups use a larger 1310 u-joint. You can swap out the rear yoke on your BW1350 with a flat flange from an extended cab Ford Ranger or 1986-1990 Ford Bronco II. You can also use the flat flange from a BW1354.

What kind of driveshaft does a Ford Ranger have?

The BW1354 used from 1998-2011 used a front receiver cup and ‘tulip’ style driveshaft. These driveshafts fail on Ford Rangers with suspension lifts. Adapters such as the one shown below allow you to switch to a tradition style driveshaft and u-joint.

The BW1354 transfer case was available in a manual shift, or electronic shift. The manual version was used from 1990-1997, and then from 2002-2003. The 2002-2003 manual cases were only available on the Ford Ranger FX4. The electric version was used from 1990-2011.

The 1986-1990 Ford Bronco II also used a flat flange on the BW1350 transfer case. These setups use a larger 1310 u-joint. You can swap out the rear yoke on your BW1350 with a flat flange from an extended cab Ford Ranger or 1986-1990 Ford Bronco II. You can also use the flat flange from a BW1354.

The BW1354 used from 1998-2011 used a front receiver cup and ‘tulip’ style driveshaft. These driveshafts fail on Ford Rangers with suspension lifts. Adapters such as the one shown below allow you to switch to a tradition style driveshaft and u-joint.

What kind of Yoke does a Ford Ranger have?

The 1987-1988 Ford Ranger STX High Rider 4×4, and the 1989 Ford Ranger STX Sport Rider 4×4 came with a BW1350 with a fixed yoke on the front. These were the only BW1350’s offered in the Ford Ranger that had a yoke on the front for a u-joint.

Where is the 4WD shift module on a Ford Ranger?

If your 4WD Ranger has a push button 4wd system (automatic, no manual lever), than it’s going to have a 4WD Shift Module mounted somewhere in the cab. The photo above shows one mounted under the jumpseat on the drivers side of an extended cab. For some reason, some people confuse these with factory amplifiers for the stereo.

Why did my electronic transfer case stop working?

Last fall my electronic transfer case decided not to allow me into 4-Low. Normally this isn’t an issue, but I was needing to pull some trees around after felling them and didn’t want to burn out my clutch.

How does a transfer case shift motor work?

Then the clutch coil is deenergized and the transfer case shift motor engages, moving the shift forks to the desired position. This is done to accelerate the front halfshafts to equal the speed of the wheels and to initiate locking of the front hubs.

Why is transfer case not shifting to selected mode?

If the motor is reporting the wrong position, the transfer case will not shift to the selected mode. It’s easy enough to check if the motor is working by removing it and watching it operate while an assistant works the switch. These motors do malfunction on occasion and are the most common cause of the transfer case not shifting.

How can I tell if my transfer case is working or not?

The chart at left shows the proper contact plate status for each shift motor position. If the motor is reporting the wrong position, the transfer case will not shift to the selected mode. It’s easy enough to check if the motor is working by removing it and watching it operate while an assistant works the switch.

Is there a 1994 Ford Explorer transfer case?

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What kind of transfer case do I need for 4 wheel drive?

Transfer cases designed for four-wheel-drive vehicles offer a low-range drive mode, where all-wheel-drive vehicles typically have a single-speed transfer case. Full-Time 4WD: A full time 4WD system provides engine power to both the front and rear axles on all surfaces at all times.

Do you need a computer to change the transmission on a Ford Ranger?

If replacing an automatic with a manual, you need a manual transmission computer to turn the MIL off. If not, the computer will send an error code complaining that it can’t see the torque converter clutch.

Do you need a torque converter to replace a manual in a Ford Ranger?

If replacing a manual, the manual starter won’t work. You’ll need a longer one from an automatic. The C4 automatic transmission torque converter will work on a 4.0 factory auto flexplate engine. If replacing an automatic with a manual, you need a manual transmission computer to turn the MIL off.

Where is the transmission plate on a Ford Ranger?

Your automatic transmission truck has a shifter plate on the transmission hump under the carpet. Use the manual shifter and floor plate from the donor vehicle. You also need to bypass wire the NSS (Neutral Safety Switch) and wire up the reverse lights.

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Ruth Doyle