00 3.0 Ranger Automatic Starting issue

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Jan 30, 2014 | 06:00 PM

andyinAZ

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00 3.0 Ranger Automatic Starting issue

I have a 2000 3.0 Auto Ranger with 162k miles.
I guess it has to be in "Park" in order to start.
Lately, I've been having to periodically wiggle the gear selector for my auto transmission in order to start it.
It seems to be getting progressively worse.
Any ideas? Thanx!

Jan 30, 2014 | 06:09 PM

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Could be a PRNDL switch failing . Slop in the shifter asy. is something common to look for also . I would check for slop first .

Jan 30, 2014 | 06:19 PM

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Could be a PRNDL switch failing . Slop in the shifter asy. is something common to look for also . I would check for slop first .

Yeah, it seems that the column shifter is not snapping convincingly into park. Like something is loose, so I have to play with it until I get in right. Otherwise it won't start.
How do I check/fix slop in the shifter say?
Much THANX!

Jan 30, 2014 | 06:26 PM

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Not too familiar with their shifter column , I don't see many , look where the shift cable attaches at the column . The mount may be loose . There can also be issues with Bushings and such in the column .

Jan 30, 2014 | 06:59 PM

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Ok I'll poke around and see if I find anything loose.
Thanx!

Jan 30, 2014 | 07:12 PM

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Best of luck ! Let us know what you find .

Jan 30, 2014 | 07:55 PM

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As mentioned, it could be a gearshift select issue. Check out: https://www.ford-trucks.com/forums/1...s-in-park.html

This video shows the fix on a Superduty/Excursion but it's the same thing on the Ranger: