I just recently replaced the transfer case in my 2000 ranger (automatic 4x4), prior to that i could engage and disengage the transfer case and i had over-drive. since replacing the transfer case i cannot lock in the 4 wheel drive with the switch nor do i have overdrive. i checked and i'm getting no power to the switch. i'm thinking it's the gem module but i'm not 100% sure. I just purchased a used module and when i installed it nothing happened. does the module have to be programmed. or do you think the module isn't even the problem? please help

 

there is a way to test it search a little and you will find it.


but first question why the hell would you replace the tcase and not replace it with a manual one?

 

availability and money. i got the t-case for next to nothing and it was an easy swap.

 

yeah my tcase was free too i can understand that i wasnt trying to be an *** just trying to understand. did you search and find the way to test it

 

I have thick skin. Don't worry about it.

I've been looking but am having trouble. slightly computer illiterate. any help would be grately appreciated.

 

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First before you do anything check all fuses. Then get in your truck and start it. The 4wd lights should do a self test. If they don't then you probably have a bad 4wd computer.

 

I've checked all fuses and they're good. when i start the truck both 4wd lights flash (4 low and 4 high).

 

So its possible that you may have a bad motor. Did the newer case have its own motor?

 

diconect the battery wait a minute and replace, it will work.

 

i have a brand new motor for sale too

 

No it didn't i had to use the original. would the motor have anything to do with why it now won't go into over-drive?

 

The OD issue is something completely different. Maybe your tranny was on its way out and just happened to fail at the same time as you swapping your T-case.

 

Is your OD light flashing?
Is the bulb for it burned out?

A common problem is the od switch wiring can go bad causing the it to either not work or disable od.

Check to see if your light works for it.

 

yeah when i first start the truck it isn't flashing and i can actually turn it on and off but once i start going then it starts flashing.

 

you have tranny problems if your od light is flashing thats telling you to go get it check

 

gotcha. i've come to the conclusion it's time to upgrade. i have a dana 44 front end and a ford 9" rear sitting out back. i believe it's time to finally get to work. i was holding off working on it until main components starting failing. i appreciate everyones in-sight. i'll be back with more questions. talk with yall later.

 

yea i would stop driving the truck unless you want the tranny to go all to hell and leave you stranded

 

If the od light is flashing good chances there is a code. Get the code read. It maybe a simple repair.

Although im not knocking your sas project. If you have the means to go forward with that then do it.

Im planning a sas as well. First up is a 5.0 swap then d44 front d60 rear.

 

yeah i'm going to get it checked just incase it is an easy fix, mainly so there's some value when parting it out. I'm not too sure how to do any of the conversions. i'm a pipe welder not a mechanic but i'm itching to learn. first step is tearing all of the old out, i think i can handle that part. but after that....????? not sure

 

when i bought my truck 4x4 didnt work unhooked battery for hell of it and it worked i would try that as mentioned good luck