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How does the shift cable adjust ? I have a Haynes repair manual and it tells you to put selector in OD then remove cable from shift lever on trans . Then reinstall in reverse order . It does not work .

godi612003 I have never had to try to adjust the cable on a Ranger, so did a search on your issue. 1st link below, Ford forum, talks of a white Lock collar/tab on the cable needing pressed to enable adjustment of cable. Links below may aid in you making shift cable adj.. Good luck. I hope this helped you out, if so let me know by pressing the helpful button. https://www.ford-trucks.com/forums/23985… http://www.justanswer.com/ford/28r0w-199… http://www.therangerstation.com/forums/s…

godi612003 this per the manual:

  1. Turn the vehicle OFF, block the rear wheels and engage the parking brake. 2.From inside the vehicle, place the gear shift lever in the overdrive position (shown as a circle with the letter D in the middle). On 1991 vehicles, hang an 8 lb. (3.6Kg) weight on the lever. On 1992−99 vehicles, use a 3 lb. (1.4Kg) weight.
  2. Raise and safely support the vehicle.
  3. From underneath, use a prytool to remove the shift control cable end from the transmission manual control lever ball stud.
  4. Unlock the cable adjuster body by pushing down on the two tangs and releasing the lock tab.
  5. Move the shift cable back and forth the full adjustment length four or five times to remove any accumulated dirt. Ensure that the adjuster body moves freely.
  6. Move the transmission manual control lever all the way rearward (counterclockwise) to its last position, then move it forward three detent positions. The transmission is now set in the overdrive position.
  7. Holding the cable end fitting, push it rearward until the fitting lines up with the lever ball stud. Connect the cable end to the ball stud. 9.Push up on the lock tab to lock the adjuster body into position. Ensure that the locator tab is properly seated.
  8. Ensure that the shift cable is properly clipped to the floorpan and that is routed into the tunnel.
  9. Lower the vehicle.
  10. Remove the weight from the gear select lever. 13 After adjustment, check for Park (P) engagement. Start the engine and check all the lever positions for proper operation.