...glad you got her..
4x4 switch
Thread Starter
|
Elder User
Joined: Jul 2012
Posts: 575
Likes: 1
From: Eastern KS
4x4 switch
I am needing to replace the selector switch for my 4x4 on my 2003 F150 Lariat FX4... I already have the new switch. Whats the best way to get in there to remove and replace the switch?
Lead Driver
Joined: Sep 2006
Posts: 7,907
Likes: 143
Before you do this, how did you determine the switch is faulty if it was not tested to begin with?
I suspect some guessing is going on for a 4x4 issue.
What is the real problem?
The system is operationally quite complex so you need to give some info or learn how it works before diving in by changing parts.
Good luck.
I suspect some guessing is going on for a 4x4 issue.
What is the real problem?
The system is operationally quite complex so you need to give some info or learn how it works before diving in by changing parts.
Good luck.
Laughing Gas
Joined: Jan 2006
Posts: 1,098
Likes: 11
From: Minnesota
Yep....pop that bezel off and IIRC the switch has 2 small screws that hold it onto the bezel. The wire connector is right there also...just un-plug that. Keep the old switch if you can. There is a small light bulb you can get out that is only specific for that switch. Otherwise if the illumination goes out in the future on the new switch, you have a bulb and socket rather than shelling out for another new switch. I fixed mine with a specialty type micro bulb......what a pain though.
Thread Starter
|
Elder User
Joined: Jul 2012
Posts: 575
Likes: 1
From: Eastern KS
Ah, Cool beans... Thanks Guys!
The light bulb in my current switch has already died, as well as the outer ****. For the past year I could put it in 4 wheel drive with the **** but had to pull the **** and turn the shaft by hand to get it back out of 4x4... I guess I know what todays project is gonna be...
The light bulb in my current switch has already died, as well as the outer ****. For the past year I could put it in 4 wheel drive with the **** but had to pull the **** and turn the shaft by hand to get it back out of 4x4... I guess I know what todays project is gonna be...
Thread Starter
|
Elder User
Joined: Jul 2012
Posts: 575
Likes: 1
From: Eastern KS
Got it done, bezel just popped off... It took my longer to round up all the proper tools than it did swapping the switch out. Everything works good as new now.
Trending Topics
Laughing Gas
Joined: Jan 2006
Posts: 1,098
Likes: 11
From: Minnesota
FTE Stories
Ford Trucks for Ford Truck Enthusiasts
3 Best / 3 Worst Parts of Modern Ford Ownership
Brett Foote
10 Amazing Upgrades That Solve Common Ford Truck Owner Headaches
Pouria Savadkouei
Every 2026 Ford Engine Explained
Brett Foote
10 Ugly Ford Trucks That We Still Kinda Love
Joe Kucinski
10 Things Every Truck Owner NEEDS (2026 Edition)
Michael S. Palmer
Rezvani's Latest Post-Apocalyptic Monster Is a Ford F-150 Raptor Underneath
Verdad Gallardo
Top 10 Most Expensive Ford Trucks Ever Sold on Bring a Trailer
Joe Kucinski
2027 Ford Super Duty Buyer's Guide (Every Model, Engine, & Package)
Brett Foote
Top 10 Ford Truck Tragedies
Joe Kucinski
Thread
Thread Starter
Forum
Replies
Last Post