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HOMESERVICE MANUALSFORD1990RANGER 4WD L4-140 2.3L SOHCREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISTRANSMISSION AND DRIVETRAINAUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION/TRANSAXLESHIFT LINKAGESERVICE AND REPAIR
1990 Ford Ranger 4WD L4-140 2.3L SOHC
Shift Linkage: Service and Repair
1990 Ford Ranger 4WD L4-140 2.3L SOHCSECTION Service and Repair
1. Loosen trunnion bolt and remove trunnion from shift control arm grommet, being careful not to damage shifter lower arm.
2. Remove shifter handle by gripping handle firmly with shifter in D position and pull straight up.
3. Remove attaching screws, disconnect wiring connector and remove bezel assembly, then remove bolts retaining transfer case shift boot to housing, if equipped.
4. Remove four (six on four wheel drive models) fasteners attaching selector housing to floor pan and remove selector housing from vehicle.
5. Reverse procedure to install.
2. Remove shifter handle by gripping handle firmly with shifter in D position and pull straight up.
3. Remove attaching screws, disconnect wiring connector and remove bezel assembly, then remove bolts retaining transfer case shift boot to housing, if equipped.
4. Remove four (six on four wheel drive models) fasteners attaching selector housing to floor pan and remove selector housing from vehicle.
5. Reverse procedure to install.
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.