Transmission Shift Indicator problem

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Nomen Nescio - 11 Nov 2005 16:10 GMT

I don't post much, mostly because I see answers to some of the
issues that come up and what I wonder about can mostly be found
in the Google Archive, but I do have a question I haven't yet
seen an answer to...

When you shift into gear, that little sliding needle on the
transmission position indicator (P R N D 1 2) seems to be out
of position. In other words, when I shift over three places to
Drive, the needle goes over to the 1 position. Is there a way
to fix this problem so that the needle points to the proper
position? Or rather, is there a way to fix it that doesn't
entail taking the entire dashboard apart?

Before anyone rags me on this, I know where the positions are,
but this little issue is just plain annoying. I kinda like
everything in its place...

Thanks folks!

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Happy Traveler - 11 Nov 2005 17:08 GMT

You didn't say what's the vehicle...
On most Fords with a column shifter, the indicator is spring-loaded and
pulled by a wire or nylon thread. The thread is anchored to a clamp, placed
around the shifter. The initial position (Neutral, I believe) is adjustable
by loosening a screw and slightly rotating the clamp. Remove the shrouds
below the steering wheel and look around; it will become pretty obvious. But
be careful - the control thread is thin and breaks easily...

> When you shift into gear, that little sliding needle on the
> transmission position indicator (P R N D 1 2) seems to be out
> of position.

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Cedartown Electronics - 11 Nov 2005 19:14 GMT

Well not knowing what kind of vehicle...... But if it is an Explorer and
its a '99, then it is real easy to fix. Without posting the exact way to
fix it (which reads I don't remember the exact way) but get a Haynes manual,
which you need anyway. It took me about 10 min to align everything up
correct, no big deal. But the manual does help!

/Richard

> I don't post much, mostly because I see answers to some of the
> issues that come up and what I wonder about can mostly be found
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> are usually the ones who don't give up the ball.
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Nomen Nescio - 12 Nov 2005 05:10 GMT

> Well not knowing what kind of vehicle......

You know, I thought for sure I said which one, but I guess
I didn't. Sorry about that.

'95 Ford Explorer Sport.

If, by any chance, anyone has any vehicle-specific info, now
that I've been reminded to say which one... LOL

> But if it is an Explorer and its a '99, then it is real
> easy to fix.

I hope so. The first guy that responded mentioned a control
thread, and I am now a little nervous.

> Without posting the exact way to
> fix it (which reads I don't remember the exact way) but get
> a Haynes manual, which you need anyway. It took me about
> 10 min to align everything up correct, no big deal.
> But the manual does help!

I think I have a Haynes Manual for this vehicle. Something
to do on a rare day when I don't have anything else to do...

Thanks!

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