Notices
Pre-Power Stroke Diesel (7.3L IDI & 6.9L) Diesel Topics Only

e40d overdrive button

Thread Tools
 
Search this Thread
 
Old Mar 31, 2018 | 10:36 PM
  #1  
94iditpuller's Avatar
94iditpuller
Thread Starter
|
Senior User
5 Year Member
Joined: Aug 2015
Posts: 100
Likes: 0
From: michigan
Question e40d overdrive button

when truck is in park overdrive light is on. when i put it in gear light goes off. when going down the road the button works fine trans has all gears. has anyone had this happen. thanks for any info.
 
Reply
Old Apr 1, 2018 | 08:05 PM
  #2  
Mark Kovalsky's Avatar
Mark Kovalsky
Frmr Ford Trans Engr
25 Year Member
Liked
Community Favorite
Top Answer: 3
Joined: Aug 1999
Posts: 24,704
Likes: 2,626
From: SE Florida
The wires to the shift handle have worn through the insulation. If you remove the plastic cover from the steering column you can inspect the wires where they enter the shift handle. That's probably where the problem will be found.
 
Reply
Old Apr 2, 2018 | 07:11 AM
  #3  
94iditpuller's Avatar
94iditpuller
Thread Starter
|
Senior User
5 Year Member
Joined: Aug 2015
Posts: 100
Likes: 0
From: michigan
thanks mark . as always you are very helpful . this site could use more like you!!!:-
 
Reply
Related Topics
Thread
Thread Starter
Forum
Replies
Last Post
Dbl A
1999 - 2016 Super Duty
1
Apr 8, 2017 02:28 PM
lievense81
1987 - 1996 F150 & Larger F-Series Trucks
1
Aug 26, 2015 06:38 PM
NBT22555
1999 - 2003 7.3L Power Stroke Diesel
9
Jun 25, 2014 01:32 PM
wameyer
1999 - 2003 7.3L Power Stroke Diesel
8
Nov 15, 2013 10:32 PM
ken kenmnedy
1999 - 2016 Super Duty
6
Oct 23, 2012 08:08 PM




All times are GMT -5. The time now is 03:02 AM.

story-0
Top 10 Ford Truck Tragedies

Slideshow: Top 10 Ford truck tragedies.

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


VIEW MORE
story-1
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-2
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-3
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-4
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
story-5
2026 Shelby F-150 Off-Road: Better Than a Raptor R?

Slideshow: first look at the 810 hp 2026 Shelby F-150 Off-Road!

By Brett Foote | 2026-05-12 12:50:07


VIEW MORE
story-6
2027 Super Duty Carhartt Package First Look: 12 Things You NEED to Know!

Slideshow: Everything You Need to Know about the 2027 Super Duty Carhartt Package!

By Michael S. Palmer | 2026-05-07 17:51:06


VIEW MORE
story-7
10 Most Surprising 2026 Ford Truck Features!

Slideshow: 10 most surprising Ford truck options/features in 2026.

By Joe Kucinski | 2026-05-05 11:17:22


VIEW MORE
story-8
Top 10 Ford Trucks Coming to Mecum Indy 2026

Slideshow: Here are the top 10 Fords coming to Mecum Indy 2026.

By Brett Foote | 2026-05-04 13:49:49


VIEW MORE
story-9
5 Best / 5 Worst Ford Truck Wheels of All Time

Slideshow: The 5 best and 5 worst Ford truck wheels of all time

By Joe Kucinski | 2026-04-29 16:49:01


VIEW MORE