Notices
1987 - 1996 F150 & Larger F-Series Trucks 1987 - 1996 Ford F-150, F-250, F-350 and larger pickups - including the 1997 heavy-duty F250/F350+ trucks

Reverse lights

Thread Tools
 
Search this Thread
 
Old Feb 7, 2023 | 11:29 AM
  #1  
UnfortunatelyOwnAFord's Avatar
UnfortunatelyOwnAFord
Thread Starter
|
2nd Gear
Joined: Feb 2023
Posts: 2
Likes: 0
Reverse lights

I own a 91 F-250 with an E4OD Trans. I currently can get the reverse lights to come on if I apply a little pressure down on the gear select on the column (not ideal as bumps and such revert it to the position where the lights are not on). There is some play throughout the gear selector arm and im not sure if this is an issue with the position sensor on the transmission or if it is just the extra play throughout. Dont know if there is a procedure to troubleshoot or what exactly can be adjusted to fix this without getting too carried away (in short preferably looking for an easy solution) Curious if anyone has experienced this specifically and what steps a person can take. I've read plenty about the MLPS though I don't think this is the issue because from what I understand I wouldn't have reverse lights at all if it were the issue. Also to add I have played with the shift arm underneath (havent touched or adjusted anything) and there is some slop but mostly from the bushings
 
Reply
Old Feb 7, 2023 | 12:10 PM
  #2  
josiewales's Avatar
josiewales
Mountain Pass
10 Year Member
Joined: Nov 2014
Posts: 237
Likes: 11
First thing - have you checked the MLPS adjustment ? That was causing my E4OD to slip at highway speeds. I don't know where the switch that turns on the reverse lights is, but I suspect it is the computer seeing the trans in R. The adjustment is easy to see and do, just involves crawling under and light.
 
Reply
Old Feb 7, 2023 | 12:28 PM
  #3  
Prototypemech's Avatar
Prototypemech
Logistics Pro
Photoriffic
Shutterbug
Community Builder
Liked
Joined: Nov 2013
Posts: 3,928
Likes: 1,199
From: Mojave, Ca
The MLPS has a dedicated electrical circuit inside to control the Reverse lights. 12V goes to from the Fuse Box to the MLPS. When the shifter is moved into "reverse", the circuit inside the MLPS is completed, and 12 volts is sent to the reverse lights.
 
Reply
Old Feb 7, 2023 | 03:21 PM
  #4  
UnfortunatelyOwnAFord's Avatar
UnfortunatelyOwnAFord
Thread Starter
|
2nd Gear
Joined: Feb 2023
Posts: 2
Likes: 0
Alright, sort of figured there may be some adjusting needed and wasn't sure what to start with. With all you guys have provided I think I have a better idea of how to handle this. I'll see what I can do
 
Reply
Related Topics
Thread
Thread Starter
Forum
Replies
Last Post
leetudor
Excursion - King of SUVs
13
Jan 7, 2025 05:37 PM
doughrtry
2017 - 2022 Super Duty
4
Jun 23, 2022 03:13 PM
Bigdaddy77
1999 - 2016 Super Duty
4
Nov 3, 2021 06:35 AM
Sean Roth
1987 - 1996 F150 & Larger F-Series Trucks
2
Apr 17, 2021 11:35 PM
73FordF100
1973 - 1979 F-100 & Larger F-Series Trucks
1
Mar 23, 2010 03:56 PM




All times are GMT -5. The time now is 10:34 AM.

story-0
Top 10 Fords at 2026 Carlisle Ford Nationals

Slideshow: Top 10 Fords at 2026 Ford Nationals

By Joe Kucinski | 2026-06-09 11:10:08


VIEW MORE
story-1
3 Best / 3 Worst Parts of Modern Ford Ownership

Based on years of owning multiple modern Ford products.

By Brett Foote | 2026-06-09 10:53:36


VIEW MORE
story-2
10 Amazing Upgrades That Solve Common Ford Truck Owner Headaches

SPONSORED: From muddy boots to rain-soaked cargo, these upgrades address some of the most common frustrations Ford truck owners face every day.

By Pouria Savadkouei | 2026-06-08 18:50:34


VIEW MORE
story-3
Every 2026 Ford Engine Explained

Here's everything you need to know about every Ford engine available for the 2026 model year.

By Brett Foote | 2026-06-05 12:58:01


VIEW MORE
story-4
10 Ugly Ford Trucks That We Still Kinda Love

Slideshow: 10 ugly Ford trucks that we still kinda love.

By Joe Kucinski | 2026-06-03 09:51:16


VIEW MORE
story-5
10 Things Every Truck Owner NEEDS (2026 Edition)

Slideshow: the best gifts for dads & grads

By Michael S. Palmer | 2026-06-03 15:43:58


VIEW MORE
story-6
Rezvani's Latest Post-Apocalyptic Monster Is a Ford F-150 Raptor Underneath

Slideshow: Called the Fortress, the 850-horsepower pickup combines Raptor underpinnings with military-inspired features, survival equipment, and a starting price of $285,000.

By Verdad Gallardo | 2026-06-03 11:38:36


VIEW MORE
story-7
Top 10 Most Expensive Ford Trucks Ever Sold on Bring a Trailer

Slideshow: 10 most expensive Ford trucks ever sold on Bring a Trailer.

By Joe Kucinski | 2026-05-27 16:24:34


VIEW MORE
story-8
2027 Ford Super Duty Buyer's Guide (Every Model, Engine, & Package)

Here's everything that has changed for the latest model year.

By Brett Foote | 2026-05-27 16:17:28


VIEW MORE
story-9
Top 10 Ford Truck Tragedies

Slideshow: Top 10 Ford truck tragedies.

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


VIEW MORE