How to Adjust Shift Indicator 98-12 Ford Ranger Explorer F Series

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[@raceforpride]

I checked out a half dozen videos, THIS WAS THE BEST OF ALL, TIME IS MONEY.

[@dr.crentist3155]

Thank you very much for the video, helped me instantly. Fixed this super easy. Just a note, i was able to adjust wheel without taking ANYTHING apart. Just laying on my back, the adjuster wheel on my 2001 ranger is easily accessible. Maybe a slight contortion but easy!

[@grissomjernigan67]

Same

[@Echo4Bravo]

I really wasn't worried about my alignment. But I had to teach my niece and nephew how to drive. So thanks bro👍

[@thegrouchyfish]

Thanks for the video man! The plastic bracket that houses the wheel broke, but I was able to hold it in place with a tie wrap. Works fine now.

[@markduerksen1386]

My white plastic piece that holds the adjustment wheel was broken so I used a garbage tie to keep it together. How can I buy this part and fix it myself?

[@redneckfarmer6584]

Ditto

[@Straswa]

Thanks for the vid! I have this exact problem on my '99 Ranger.

[@garymann8027]

Thanks for the info I finally fixed the shift Indicator

[@barrya.6212]

IF THIS DOESN'T WORK FOR YOU ...YOU NEED TO THEN SHIM UP THAT WHEEL ADJUSTER ASSEMBLY...AND IT WILL BE CORRECTED.... VIEWING WHEEL AT 2:07 - Put key in....shift vehicle to L1 (lowest gear)....this will give you access to unhook very end of cable from indicator linkage arm...unhook....unscrew thumbscrew assembly this guy is adjusting and screw on TWO #1024 nuts (Home Dep-t) just BEFORE white and black thumbscrew adjuster...that would be placing them just before/against the first white plastic section you see at 2:07 where the cable comes DOWN from the indicator above and meets this adjusting wheel assembly....there's a single screw mounting that assembly.... once under there with flashlight you'll see it....take note on how squared section mates/mounts to metal.

[@therealbigfoot3076]

Um, English please

[@malakhpearson7285]

you don't need to disassemble the panel and the metal cover, just get a wire the won't easily bend then you can manipulate the dial indicator using a wire.

[@axiomteck]

what a great video i have a ranger 2009 and it has the problem. i will get it fix now.

[@XtraLongD]

Hello, my indicator is all the way to the right and won't move whenever I shift gears it just stays to the right will this video hello me fix that problem? Thank you in advance.

[@sharpdressed1799]

The red cable/string on mine snapped. Can this alone be replaced?

[@markiemark2142]

Sharp dressed I have the same issue! Did you resolve this?

[@FlashbackHeartAttack]

Great video. My white piece surrounding the adjuster is cracked. What's the part called? Any suggestions on fixing? Thx

[@crazycanadian8471]

Wow IF I knew it would he that easy i would"d have done long time ago TY

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[@carll.freemanjr.9867]

That's funny, cause I can't find the part I need on your website. 1996 ford ranger instrument panel dimmer switch. That's what I need and you don't have it, the people that do want $160+ for it. One was as high as $437.

[@carll.freemanjr.9867]

To follow up on this one I bought three from a salvage yard, all three work and it was indeed my problem which is now fixed. Now to just fond out why the odometer only works half the time.

[@brucezaczek2289]

Was a big help.Thxs.

[@ScottAlanAnthony]

All my positions align up with their setting accept P. What gives?? Is my cable stretched or the trans switch broke?

[@__seanyboii__2790]

Life saver, just got an 04 ranger and the dial is between P and R and is a nightmare to remember sometimes

[@dannyd1213]

the wheel housing is cracked any ideal how I find that part number?????????

[@TheSnoter]

Same here partner. Did you ever find a part number? Lol I'm not having any luck.

[@joshuakipp5419]

What do i do if the plastic piece around the dial is broke

[@williamstringfellow3754]

Dorman Part #83244 they have them on Amazon and EBay and most auto part stores

[@marcavious1]

Excellent, thanks for the help!

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[@Alphawolf2325]

What's the white plastic bit called? It's broke in my ranger

[@Gmoney1019]

SamYouPlays: Shift Indicator Bracket

[@schipper85]

I need that cable how do I find out what it’s called online

[@williamstringfellow3754]

Is the shift indicator bracket in the Ranger the same as the one in the Mazda B series truck?

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I love this channel

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[@1legacyfan138]

Easy Peasy 🤘 Thank you

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[@theman2788ha]

Mine is loose like in the video. I went down and found the adjuster but it seemed to already have a zip tie on it, probably front he previous owner. Should I remove it adjust and put another zip tie on it? It was fine before, but I guess the zip tie slipped and the gears became loose again. What should I do ?

[@dangerdavefreestyle]

my prindl is all lined up just fine yet in park it points to the right of the letter P as shown in your thumbnail. it doesnt have any trouble starting or anything, its as if gravity just pulls the handle down and makes it sag to the right

[@RODS690]

Anyone know what that part is called ? Mine is broken

[@4R2D2]

Will this cause the parking pawl to engage better?

[@MTSVW]

This won’t help that. If you’re having trouble getting it to fully go into park, it’s probably a problem with the shift linkage. Under the truck on the driver’s side there’s a part that converts cable motion to a short rod that shifts the gears. It is plastic part that snaps into a bracket welded to the chassis. The plastic clips on mine broke, causing it to be loose, and the pickup won’t fully go into park. Replacing that part-or some creative use of zip ties to hold it in place-should help

[@surferstevo]

Work great. A word of caution though....these parts are sharp! So be careful but even better wear gloves.

[@CryptoJunkie]

Hey my 98 Ford F-250 truck has this misalignment issue but it's not the cable. My cable is fine and I can twist it and it'll move but it's not the cause of my problem. What else can it be? Is there something in the engine bay that needs to be adjusted or do you know other causes? I can move shifter into every gear but gear 1, which is the last one. When I'm in 2 it shows 1 and I can't move any further. Adjusting this cable moves the needle but it doesn't change the fact that when I'm in R it shows D and when I'm in D it'll show 2. Any suggestions? Thanks

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[@lisacampbell7479]

Used this technique on my son's '01 Ranger yesterday and now it will only drive in reverse. Help!

[@jforty6276]

No change in the indicator moving, what is another suggestion

[@randallmowery4910]

Thanks man

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[@alfonsogarcia5325]

Yes it has a anti theft lights on and off thank you

[@parishhenson8351]

Thanks

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[@bewilliams9]

after doing that and it doesn't move what the issue then

[@alfonsogarcia5325]

I have 1 question I have 2 key copy’s with 1 original key and am trying to program the other 2 copy’s but it wound start the engine all the dashboard lights light up but it just don’t start can you guys help me please?

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+Alfonso Garcia Since there could be multiple reasons why you’re experiencing this difficulty with your vehicle, I strongly recommend that you have a reputable mechanic inspect it. They’ll be able to troubleshoot the problem and tell you what part or parts you’ll need for the repair. If the vehicle is equip with an anti theft system, that may be one of the reasons the keys aren't working or they could have been cut incorrectly.

[@boufontleflamingoetta8433]

My gearshift arm is loose and its hard to find drive without wiggling it in the slot. It’s a 2009 Ranger XLT SuperCab 4X4.

[@NathanReevesnate808]

Shifter bushings

[@yegwear6881]

Adjusting the wheel doesn’t seem to do anything for me. The bracket and cable are still intact so I’m not sure what the issue is, has anyone else ran into this problem before? The vehicle is an 07’ e250 if that makes a difference

[@kylepowell9829]

Is this the same on a 1999 expedition

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+Kyle Powell Thank you for checking us out. Some steps may be the same, however we recommend viewing a service manual for the proper adjustment. 1aauto.com

[@jamesfelty335]

I adjusted mine.it goes from park to drive. Then nothing

[@chriswilliams6472]

Thanks , mine was broke , I just zip tied it

[@eriboo4life]

Please help adjuster won't turn I'm scared to put pressure I don't want to break it

[@1AAuto]

+PRichardson We would advise you take it to a trustworthy mechanic in your area that can look at it in person

[@TheSnoter]

Just got to mine. The white plastic piece on the outside of the adjuster wheel is broken! Just my luck. Lol

[@GalitUnggoy]

Good news/bad news. My 04 explorer has the indicator cable on the steering column right behind the shifter.

[@ИгорьОвсиенко-ы9у]

Thanks it’s from Russia 🇷🇺

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[@joseduranjr3152]

I’m trying to order the white plastic grommet that connects the transmission lever to the metal gear lever mounted on the transmission for a 2015 Ford Transit Connect Titanium with the 2.5 L engine. Please advise.

[@MTSVW]

My needle doesn’t move at all 🤔

[@johnny6071]

Cable is snapped :(

[@ninjaboyethan4114]

Wait he said "Prindel" for PRNDL. do people actually call it that. I thought it was a joke on Zack and Cody

[@t-rentc6905]

This helped a lot but my plastic adjuster is broke. Now I have to find a replacement💀

[@barrya.6212]

See my postings...... click on 'sort by' .....select newest....go to link....my plastic broke too...common.... my fix takes care of both issues...

[@redneckfarmer6584]

@@barrya.6212 can't find your postings. Please what's the fix?

[@barrya.6212]

You can see other FIX for this problem (if still wont align enough)...(and my comments below) at www.explorerforum.com/forums/index.php?threads/help-started-disassebling-instrument-panel-and-shift-indicator-disconnected.477628/#post-3747754 -- SEE PICS AT BOTTOM OF POST

[@johnbenninger3172]

They fuckin rubber gloves kill me!!!!#

[@tunyung]

Bastard auto shop charge me $60 for this!

[@daltoncampbell8653]

Thank you