This it BY FAR the best presented and most comprehensive video presented for this repair. I had looked into multiple forums, all indicating this repair can be in the range of $1200. The part I found was $28 and change plus shipping for the shift tube assembly and bushings. Didn't need to replace the shift lever or O/D cable. THANK YOU for the great presentation. In particular was valuable seeing the bench work in replacing components to the new shift tube. No B.S, and the presenter was very competent, knowing every component and what to do, where to do it, and how to do it!
Very instructive, but a word of advice to others who have this problem- I first checked my 2 torx screws on the back end and didn't see any play, but the back plate they snug up against is pushed out by a spring, so it fooled me. I replaced my whole shift selector tube, using this video, thinking that must be the problem, but I should have put a wrench on those 2 screws first.
I really appreciate your doing this video. My shift rail broke yesterday and I didn't have a clue how to go about fixing it. I found your video and it was exactly what I needed. To say that I'm a shade tree mechanic would be an insult to all shade tree mechanics. Your step by step instructions and tips were right on the mark(although it did take me a few hours longer to do it. Many thanks and keep making ford truck videos, I'm sure I will need them again.
Terry go to claimittn.gov and claim your $107.00 ...I didn't know how else to reach you and tell you this... I hope your well. It doesn't cost you nothing to get your money. It's under Terry R. Drain. I sent you a copy of it by mail. But if you don't read my email than you want know about this money. And yes this is a good video.
If your shifting unit is loose on the column and not going into first gear or park properly. Instead of tearing your steering column apart, go underneath the steering column. Find the cable where it comes through the firewall and follow it up until you find a brass / bronze bracket which holds the cable. If the bracket is loose, tighten the T head screws and that will solve the problem. Thanks to Daniels video I was discouraged and looked for an easier way. Thankfully I found it and my Wifes truck is back in first gear.
Mine just went out on my 97 E350 Clubwagon...might have busted the shifter tube. Good to know that it's not as hard to repair as I 1st thought. Will make a video for 1 ton van owners like myself. Aloha, Chief
This was a great straight forward how-to on shift rail change out. Watched your video and just got done removing the rail...mine had snapped in half. Thanks!
like the video done this repair by just replacing the bushinngs and with larger pins at the hinge points. I have replaced with salvaged parts from wreck. Great video as always love em all.
When you removed the shift lever bushing I noticed that it was on the inside of the tube. It was visible at 6:43. Every other video (where that can been seen) shows that same bushing position. When I disassembled my own bushing it was on the inside. When you re-assembled the bushing you said it was on the outside of the tube. You said that at 7:43. I do not know if it matters but that is a minor confusion from this video. I agree that your video is the best description, explanation, and video for this repair. Thank you for posting this video.
Hey man, this is great. I was almost done and was looking for the easy trick to get the transmission linkage out of the steering column @ about 2:30. This helped a lot!
Great video, I did this then the key would not turn back and come out. re did the install and have it to where I have to lift a bit on the shifter for the key to turn to the lock position. I believe this is because I got a cheap parts store part and the hole in the shifter tube doesn't line up just right. Thanks again for the great video.
So I was able to fix the issue with my key. The replacement shift tube I used was from Dorman and it was made in China. I don't know if that is why I had a problem or not. This truck has 225k miles on it so there are a lot of worn parts. To fix it, I had to remove the shifter tube from the truck. I used a small die grinder(a dremel would work) to slightly enlarge the oval shaped hole in the bottom side of the shifter tube. This hole allows a lever in the column to come up into the shifter tube. If the lever can't move freely into the shifter tube, you won't be able to turn your key all the way back and remove it. I got by for 6 months by lightly raising the shift lever. That got old and I finally decided to figure out the solution. The oval that needs enlarging is on the bottom side of the tube when installed in the column. It is right next to the bushing nearest the engine. Only one side of the oval will need clearancing. You should be able to tell which one by looking. I didn't disassemble the shifter/tube. I just covered most of it with rags and used an air nozzle to blow all the metal shavings away when I was done. Here is a drawing-drive.google.com/file/d/0B7iZlqDeBJHtNUhfVG44ZHVES2M/view?usp=sharing
I have a 2002 F 250 SD and I first replaced the 2 bushings and 2 brackets that hold the steering column thinking that was the reason for the "slop" in the gear shifter. Not so fast. Turns out the gear selector is metal and the column is aluminum and over the years it is a battle between the 2 metals. Who won? The gear selector worn away some aluminum and makes the gear selector experience a lot of play, in my case an inch and a half if you just move it up and down. So got to replace the steering column tube, got a new gear selector, spring, pins and a newer rubber damper for the place where the gear selector sits. It takes the place of the metal one Ford originally supplied. Use Red Grease (Lucas) or any Red Tacky grease for the shift tube, springs and bushings. SR MasterTech: How did you drop your steering column down so much? Are those yellow wood supports in the video? I dropped mine are far as I could (I removed completely the front 2 nuts but left the back 2 hanging by the last thread) and I still have a hard time getting to the furthest torx screw. Any tips????
Bushing and clamp kits are available at Rock Auto for $10.00 each , you need two kits (Dorman part #905-110).Easy one hour job .Usually no need to change the shaft .
Thanks very much for this video it's right to the point excellent video as I'm mechanically inclined I feel I can do this as needed i bought the entire kit might as well as replace it all then to wait later as to some say just replace the bushing ..NOOO WAY that's not how I roll re[lace everything once instead of going back to it thanks again...Niko
Great video I've seen many videos on the subject and yours is about the only one that gives a generous amount of Grease on and around the bushing including the clamps and the seating area is well as inside the tube I just completed my repair but I failed to use a generous amount of Grease I just used a little bit I think I'll undo my repair and get some grease and be generous like you were. Question did you tighten the clamps first or did you tighten the three bolts in the back first? That part of your fix was edited out of the video.
Great Video...I have a 93 E150 van with a lot of play in shifter I sometime have to pull up on shifter for it to start its like its not recognizing it being in park, have no problems shifting gears just a lot of play while in park was wondering if I should replace whole shifter or maybe just that bushing would appreciate any feedback.
Hi, love the video and followed it to the letter. All is tight and works well except I can't remove the ignition key???? Can you think of what I did wrong???
@06dirtyblack If the shift arm is moving this much, yes, your bushings are probably gone! You want to take care of them before it rubs through the hold downs.
hello, I can't thank you enough for this vid....I do have one question...I started taking some of the trim off to take a closer look to see if I want to attempt this repair. How do you remove the key shroud? I am not sure if this is the correct term, but the black piece where the key goes in the ignition that holds the top trim piece on. I appreciate your help!!!!
great vid and information. quick question tho, i may be way off but just wondering if the bushings themselves can be replaced without taking out the whole shifter/shaft assembly and replacing everything. just loosen up the bolts enough to take out the bushings, and then put in new bushings??? will that work?
I did everything you just did, BEFORE I ever saw this video. But now I’ve got some lag when I apply speed to the transmission. There’s like a 2 second delay in shifting. Did I miss a step or am I missing something?
After completing this repair on my 2002 F350, my key won't come out unless I hold the shifter up in Park. Is there an adjustment I can make? All parts were new, and installed properly. Indicator shows correctly in Park. Just need to put a little tension upward on the lever and the key comes right out.
So I was able to fix the issue with my key. The replacement shift tube I used was from Dorman and it was made in China. I don't know if that is why I had a problem or not. This truck has 225k miles on it so there are a lot of worn parts. To fix it, I had to remove the shifter tube from the truck. I used a small die grinder(a dremel would work) to slightly enlarge the oval shaped hole in the bottom side of the shifter tube. This hole allows a lever in the column to come up into the shifter tube. If the lever can't move freely into the shifter tube, you won't be able to turn your key all the way back and remove it. I got by for 6 months by lightly raising the shift lever. That got old and I finally decided to figure out the solution. The oval that needs enlarging is on the bottom side of the tube when installed in the column. It is right next to the bushing nearest the engine. Only one side of the oval will need clearancing. You should be able to tell which one by looking. I didn't disassemble the shifter/tube. I just covered most of it with rags and used an air nozzle to blow all the metal shavings away when I was done. Here is a drawing-drive.google.com/file/d/0B7iZlqDeBJHtNUhfVG44ZHVES2M/view?usp=sharing
Tony, what year is your truck? I called a local salvage yard. I picked mine up for $80 with the wheel and everything. I have a 1989 with the ignition switch linkage problem. The ones without the adjustable wheel are supposed to be more durable.
i just broke my last night what is called and where can i buy one my truck is park in front of my house stuck in drive with the keys stuck in the ignition
Any one have a idea as to how much Ford would charge for this repair , and maybe the cable that goes down to trans ? please help me , I am disabled and don't know much about these problems . When I was young circa 1970s through 1980s I could fix most issues on my 67 chevelle and my 68 Camaro , they were simple , please give me an idea of how much I would spend at ford please help me ! TY :}
+Shameeka Mills may be linkages, may be the tranny, did you have any trouble with the transmission prior to this? was it revving high at the motor but not accelerating at all? I am leaning toward your linkages, or the shifting lever ON the Transmission, it may have come loose there, I know it's been a month , let us know what happened please
No transmission issues before. It drove forward before it got towed.. I put it in reverse it went backwards then put in drive it wouldn't go forward. Transmission fluid is full but smell burnt.
The one thing about Ford, most of the repairs are easy,, But why should we have to do these repairs when the automobile is only 10 years old?? I have a 1998 Ford Ranger step side (purchased NEW) 6 years down the road I had to rebuild the transmission,, Then the heater blower, shift lever, turn signal assemble, as well as the temperature panel. Now its time to replace the rack and pinion,,, lmao Other than these few little problems GREAT LITTLE Truck I also have a 1977 Chevy Truck,, Had to replace a head light and one or two tail lights. Worst Truck I ever owned (Sarcasm) lol I Think Ford needs to get their act together ,,,,, First Ford and The Last Ford for me. as far as your video? ,,,, Great video indeed,
