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Old Jul 25, 2003 | 08:18 PM
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I've got a 1999 Ranger. It is a 3.0 V-6 with the automatic transmision. The speedometer won't work until you reach about 35 MPH, and the transmision won't shift until the speedometer starts working. Also, the ABS light has come on. I'm an old man (66 years old) and if it ain't got points and condensors, I'm lost. I'm thinking it's the speed sensor in the rear end, but I need some ideas.. Any help is greatly appreciated!
 
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Old Jul 26, 2003 | 12:08 AM
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dheffley,

It sounds to me like you are on the right track regarding the sensor that controls your speedometer and shifting. Take a look through this recent thread: ABS and O/D stay on + speedometer malfunctioning .

Probably should have that ABS speed sensor checked out and/or replaced.

Good luck and keep us posted.
 

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Old Jul 26, 2003 | 01:18 AM
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dheffly - I'm older than you, but I'm not an old man. Good luck!
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Old Jul 26, 2003 | 03:16 PM
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Dono,

I was shot up in Viet Nam, and I'm OLD! These new electronics give me a fit, but I like working on them and learning.
 
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Old Jul 26, 2003 | 03:19 PM
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Thanks Rockledge,

I went to that post and did the test proceedure. It showed to be bad, so I replaced it. All is well now.

Thanks again for your assistance. You guys are great!
 
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Old Jul 26, 2003 | 04:21 PM
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Seen dheffley and thought I was on the wrong forum.
Guns and ford trucks what more could you ask for.
 
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Old Jul 26, 2003 | 04:27 PM
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Hey Chris_ce!

Yep, they go together like bacon and eggs for me!

Good to see you here. Small world, isn't it!
 
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Old Jul 29, 2006 | 03:04 AM
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I am haing the same problem with my Ranger (no speed-o till about 35). I hope it is an easy fix also.

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