Notices
1999 - 2016 Super Duty 1999 to 2016 Ford F250, F350, F450 and F550 Super Duty with diesel V8 and gas V8 and V10 engines
Sponsored by:
Sponsored by: Real Truck

ESOF problems/ Insight

Thread Tools
 
Search this Thread
 
Old Nov 19, 2012 | 11:56 PM
  #1  
avengermike's Avatar
avengermike
Thread Starter
|
New User
Joined: Sep 2012
Posts: 2
Likes: 0
ESOF problems/ Insight

hey guys so like many went to use my ESOF 4x4, and i have never had any problems but to day it wouldnt go in to 4x4. pulled the plug off the switch and none of the wires have power, so im thinking my trucks brain for 4x4 died. I looked at some wire dig and studied the web, came up with some push switches that ground my relays. my problem is i thought the 4x4 lights would light up so i know when its in hi and low. No such luck, if i ground it one way till i hear a click i have 4 low and if i hit the other switch to a click 2 hi. I did go out and mess around in the truck and would hold the switch for sec in the direction of low and i could catch 4 hi but im worried that maybe i dont have the grears lind up perfect. so finally to my question is their a way to get the lights on the dash to work?

thanks for any help
 
Reply
Old Nov 20, 2012 | 05:41 AM
  #2  
redford's Avatar
redford
FTE Leadership Emeritus
25 Year Member
Liked
Loved
Community Favorite
Joined: Sep 2000
Posts: 23,174
Likes: 1,678
From: Stephensville WI
Club FTE Gold Member
Hello avengermike and welcome to FTE.

From what I have been told, the lights in the dash are controlled by the shifting motor on an ESOF system.
 
Reply
Old Nov 20, 2012 | 11:29 AM
  #3  
avengermike's Avatar
avengermike
Thread Starter
|
New User
Joined: Sep 2012
Posts: 2
Likes: 0
if thats the case i must have something wrong, cause when i use my push button set up i cant get lights to come on but truck is in 4x4.
 
Reply
Old Nov 21, 2012 | 12:28 PM
  #4  
basket1021's Avatar
basket1021
New User
Joined: Mar 2012
Posts: 14
Likes: 0
I have the same issue. I have kind of given up fixing it since I know the truck is in 4wd. The light does not come on. I tried to replace the 4wd module behind the glove box, but to no success. Let me know if you get your light to work. Hopefully somebody will be able to chime in on this
 
Reply
Old Nov 21, 2012 | 03:39 PM
  #5  
EXv10's Avatar
EXv10
Post Fiend
Joined: Mar 2009
Posts: 11,798
Likes: 14
From: Mt. Shasta California
Check all your fuses too, and wiring for shorts and the bulb.
 
Reply
Related Topics
Thread
Thread Starter
Forum
Replies
Last Post
HosSeagull
1999 - 2016 Super Duty
0
Nov 7, 2017 06:41 PM
DEMIGOD
1997 - 2006 Expedition & Navigator
2
Feb 13, 2014 03:09 PM
m350
1997 - 2003 F150
3
Feb 2, 2008 12:40 PM
montananord
2004 - 2008 F150
15
Nov 2, 2006 02:54 PM
riley42204
1999 - 2003 7.3L Power Stroke Diesel
4
May 10, 2005 02:13 PM




All times are GMT -5. The time now is 04:40 PM.

story-0
10 Ugly Ford Trucks That We Still Kinda Love

Slideshow: 10 ugly Ford trucks that we still kinda love.

By Joe Kucinski | 2026-06-03 09:51:16


VIEW MORE
story-1
10 Things Every Truck Owner NEEDS (2026 Edition)

Slideshow: the best gifts for dads & grads

By Michael S. Palmer | 2026-06-03 10:59:05


VIEW MORE
story-2
Rezvani's Latest Post-Apocalyptic Monster Is a Ford F-150 Raptor Underneath

Slideshow: Called the Fortress, the 850-horsepower pickup combines Raptor underpinnings with military-inspired features, survival equipment, and a starting price of $285,000.

By Verdad Gallardo | 2026-06-03 11:38:36


VIEW MORE
story-3
Top 10 Most Expensive Ford Trucks Ever Sold on Bring a Trailer

Slideshow: 10 most expensive Ford trucks ever sold on Bring a Trailer.

By Joe Kucinski | 2026-05-27 16:24:34


VIEW MORE
story-4
2027 Ford Super Duty Buyer's Guide (Every Model, Engine, & Package)

Here's everything that has changed for the latest model year.

By Brett Foote | 2026-05-27 16:17:28


VIEW MORE
story-5
Top 10 Ford Truck Tragedies

Slideshow: Top 10 Ford truck tragedies.

By Joe Kucinski | 2026-05-18 19:34:33


VIEW MORE
story-6
AEV FXL Super Duty - the Super Duty Raptor Ford Doesn't Make

And it might be even better than that.

By Brett Foote | 2026-05-18 19:26:42


VIEW MORE
story-7
Lobo Vs Lobo: Proof the F-150 Lobo Should Be Even Lower!

Slideshow: Does lowering an F-150 Lobo RUIN the ride quality?

By Michael S. Palmer | 2026-05-18 19:20:37


VIEW MORE
story-8
Ford's 2001 Explorer Sportsman Concept Looks For a New Home

Slideshow: Ford's bizarre fishing-themed Explorer concept has resurfaced after spending decades largely forgotten.

By Verdad Gallardo | 2026-05-12 18:07:46


VIEW MORE
story-9
10 Best Ford Truck Engines We Miss the Most!

Slideshow: The 10 best Ford truck engines we miss the most.

By Joe Kucinski | 2026-05-12 13:09:47


VIEW MORE