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miesk5

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yo ******.

yo,

It is very difficult for me to reply here by PM because the screen jumps around everytime I type a letter in or try to insert a hot link, so please ask in forums; also in another pm rely to someone else, I did Not see an indication that my reply was sent.

the usual and ez no $ cks 1st;

Tranny fluid ok? level when hot & eng running... no burnt toast aroma?

Is CEL lit all the time? Needs to light briefly when fist starting.

Do a Self Test for Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTC)s by my pal, BroncoJoe19 @ http://broncozone.com/topic/14269-code-reader/page__pid__74587__mode__threaded

post Codes by KOEO

and KOER

I have a garden hose section and use it as a stethoscope to help track down the noise source.

Sometimes, can tape or wire free end to a component such as the tranny at front pump area and torq. converter; then back at Xfer case, etc.

Beware of hot engine, belts, pulleys & fan, as applicable

If near or @ xfer case; ck fluid level;

1356 Fluid Drain & Fill Plug Location pic in an 88; "...The plugs are shiny metal. The right one is the fill plug and the left one is the drain plug..."

Source: by Jem270 at http://www.supermotors.net/registry/media/586647

bw-1356.jpg

Take time to save and read this by FORD;

Four Wheel Drive (4X4) General Information, Operation & Troubleshooting TSB 92-1-8 for Bronco, F Series & Ranger (COMPLETE); Includes Electric Shift On The Fly (ESOF) Troubleshooting & Hub Operation; same for 87-96; exc for that in 87; power from Fuse 6 (15 amp) to "ELECT SHIFT CONTROL MOD" WHT-PPL and CB 12 (30amp) to "ELECT SHIFT CONTROL MOD" BLK-WHT; SEE A7 and A8 in the 4x4 diagram, it shows those two wires BLK-WHT as BK/W from SHIFT MODULE to P1 BATTY and and WHT-PPL as W/P to P2

see; "Look for problems with the electric magnetic clutch. If the racheting or grinding goes on for more than four seconds, there may be a problem with power to the clutch from the shift control module, the clutch ground or the clutch itself. Check the wiring harness as well.

alos in case tranny fluid is Low w/ No Leaks;

Fluid Level High & Low Transmission Fluid Level &/or Shift &/or Engagement Concerns TSB 97-12-13 for 87-96 Bronco & many others; "...transmission may have low fluid level and/or may have either a shift concern and/or an engagement concern. This may be caused by transmission fluid leaking from the transmission into the transfer case through the transfer case input seal. Replace the transfer case input seal..." Source: by Ford

ISSUE: The transmission may have low fluid level and/or may have either a shift concern and/or an engagement concern. This may be caused by transmission fluid leaking from the transmission into the transfer case through the transfer case input seal.

ACTION: Replace the transfer case input seal. The new seal should reduce the possibility of fluid leaking from the transmission into the transfer case. Refer to the following Service Procedure for details.

SERVICE PROCEDURE

1. Check the transmission fluid level. It the transmission fluid level is low and there are no visible signs of a leak, check the transfer case fluid level. The level of fluid in the transfer case should be just below the fill plug hole.

2. If the transfer case fluid level is overfull and the transmission fluid is not burnt, remove the transfer case from the vehicle following the procedure outlined in the appropriate model/year Service Manual.

3. Remove the transfer case input seal. Clean the seal bore in the transfer case.

4. Install a new Transfer Case Input Seal (F77Z-7B215-AA)

5. If the transmission fluid is burnt, repair the transmission as required and then replace the transfer case seal as outlined in Step 3.

PART NUMBER & PART NAME

F77Z-7B215-AA Transfer case Input Seal

OPERATION DESCRIPTION TIME

971213A Replace Transfer Case 1.6 Hrs.

Input Seal - 1987-96

F-150-350, Bronco And

1997 F-250-350

 
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yo, Figures that this was left out of the paragraph:

Four Wheel Drive (4X4) General Information, Operation & Troubleshooting TSB 92-1-8 for Bronco, F Series & Ranger (COMPLETE); Includes Electric Shift On The Fly (ESOF) Troubleshooting & Hub Operation; same for 87-96; exc for that in 87; power from Fuse 6 (15 amp) to "ELECT SHIFT CONTROL MOD" WHT-PPL and CB 12 (30amp) to "ELECT SHIFT CONTROL MOD" BLK-WHT; SEE A7 and A8 in the 4x4 diagram, it shows those two wires BLK-WHT as BK/W from SHIFT MODULE to P1 BATTY and and WHT-PPL as W/P to P2

see; "Look for problems with the electric magnetic clutch. If the racheting or grinding goes on for more than four seconds, there may be a problem with power to the clutch from the shift control module, the clutch ground or the clutch itself. Check the wiring harness as well. PAGE 10

ADD:

When all components are at the same speed (synchronized),

directed front and back. In slippery conditions, the 4WD lockup collar engages the 4WD drive sprocket to the rear output shaft without grinding the gears. PAGE 5..."

 

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