1997 Ford F150 4 Wheel drive

1997 FORD F-150
97,000 MILES • 6 CYL • 4WD • MANUAL
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HOWIEBU
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I had problems shifting into an of the 4 wheel drive gears. Once engaged, worked fine. i was told to us some WD-40 and spray the linkage to help with the shifting issues. Now the 4 wheel drive seems to go into gear (light comes on) but no 4 wheel drive. Ford Dealer is looking charge me $150 just to look at it.
Aug 4, 2008 at 8:03 AM
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KHLOW2008
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Hi howiebu, Is your vehicle equipped with mechanical or electrical shift system for the 4X4? There is a Generic Electronic Module mounted on fuse block below left side of dash panel.


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Apr 12, 2021 at 11:09 AM
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HOWIEBU
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Mechanical shift. Light comes on but it doesn't engage
Apr 12, 2021 at 11:09 AM
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KHLOW2008
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Hi howiebu,

You need to check the electric shift motor mounted to transfer case and its controlling relay.
Apr 12, 2021 at 11:09 AM
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