Cannot get into 4WD Low
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Cannot get into 4WD Low
I've got a 1989 F-150 XLT Lariat. I can get the 4WD shifter into high by just pulling up on it, but refuses to go down into low. Pattern shows to move shifter to the left and then back, but it will not budge. Do not want to try to force anything. Truck has got a 3" body lift on it. If anyone can lend some advice to what my problem may be it would be much appreciated. Thank you.
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On my '89, there is a detent that keeps you out of 4 LO. The shift lever pivots slightly to the left and is spring loaded toward the passenger side. You need to push the shift lever toward the drivers side against the spring to clear the detent and then pull back into 4LO. If yours is any thing like mine was, the the pivot point is seized up and won't move left. You will probably have to remove the shifter and soak it in Kroil to free it up.
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there were two transfer cases used in 89, so both answers are correct. look at the shift pattern. it will either show push to left and pull back, or push down and pull back. either way, the trans needs to be in neutral to shift into 4 low.
and if it still will not move, it is most likely locked up from lack of use and will need to be removed, taken apart, and cleaned.
and if it still will not move, it is most likely locked up from lack of use and will need to be removed, taken apart, and cleaned.
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