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Old Jul 28, 2009 | 03:47 PM
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No Tow Mode

My tow mode does not work. I press the button and nothing happens. I have heard that it is common for the wiring to need re saudering. I do not know how to get to those wires once I have the steering column casing off. Does any one have photos of how to get to the wires or any basic advice on how to accomplish this?
 
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Old Jul 28, 2009 | 03:50 PM
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The button on the end of the shifter is not a tow mode thingy. It only locks out OverDrive. Does the light come on when you press the button?
 
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Old Jul 29, 2009 | 07:23 AM
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No light comes on when I press it
 
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Old Jul 29, 2009 | 07:27 AM
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Originally Posted by Jasher20
No light comes on when I press it
While driving down a flat road at a decent speed (40 or above probably) and push the button, does the tranny up shift?
 
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Old Jul 29, 2009 | 07:35 AM
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I have pressed the button in every situation. I'm pretty sure there is an electrical problem starting at the shifter arm but don't know how to get in there fully.
 
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