I’ve searched for 2 days for how to turn this light on and off and I finally found ur video. I couldn’t find this button for nothing. I was pressing the tow haul button thinking that’s what moves the gear selector into drive and reverse etc. thanks a lot u saved me from a continuous headache
Glad to hear it helped you out. If you searched so long and couldn’t find my video, please tell me what search terms and phrases you were using. I can add them to the tags on the video to help others find the video more easily in the future. Thank you and good luck!
Thank you very much for this video. I pushed button in today & it stayed in. Would not pop back out. And I'm not the handiest guy with a volt meter but it doesn't matter with a video like this. You've made it so a toddler can figure this out. Thanks again
Cleaning the switch contacts and connectors will sometimes correct this problem. A needle file and electrical contact spray should do it. File the male/female connections and spray/wipe the internal switch contacts.
This video save my ass. I would say I have all the videos I’ve seen regarding the second gen I would rate this video in my opinion is the best video out there For a second GEN Cummins owners
I appreciate the kind words. I try to keep my videos as short as possible. I am surprised that this video has been so popular. I am glad I could help you out.
I have a 98 5.9 gasser that I'm having this issue with, I've gone through all the wiring and patched up the exposed wiring. I've token out the o/d button, clean both ends. I've Beefed up ground points and improved the electrical current flow. And I've even taken it the a shop to have it rebuilt with a proshift and tow package! NOTHING IS WORKING to get my dam o/d to turn back on and work
I would trace the wire feed back to the PCM and, if you dare, try to short the pins at the next most opportune spot to get the signal. If you cannot get the O/D OFF light to go out you are not connected somewhere. If it doesnt work at the PCM harness, I would think the PCM could be bad or not the original one to the truck. Assuming all fuses are good.
Thanks for the tip. It has been replaced and made no difference. My suspicion is the abs module has failed because if the abs pump is plugged up it runs constantly.
I bought an 03 2500 5.7l and it stays in od. When I click the button the light comes on to tell me od is off. Should I just keep it in od? I've already blew the original engine and I dont want this new one to take any more of a beating than is has to
@@jonahs8143 Overdrive is for cruising on the highway, saving gasoline consumption (Non-work mode). In-town driving preference would be overdrive off. Better response, less transmission hesitation.
Overdrive is for cruising on the highway (more distance + less gasoline consumption, non-work mode). Overdrive off is for intown driving (regular driving).
Overdrive refers to a gear ratio higher than 1:1. For example, the engine can turn 1 revolution and the tires can turn 2 revolutions (1:2). This lets you drive faster at lower engine speeds at the expense of torque. When you turn O/D off, the transmission will not shift into that gear. This results in higher engine speeds for the same highway speeds, but also allows you more torque.
@@jtcrowder49 gotcha so is overdrive better for like freeway or city driving for better Gas mileage and it's better to have overdrive off when towing or hauling heavy stuff?
Adding a comment. When I pulled out the switch another plastic block was behind it. Mine slid out with the switch. Behind that second block is two loose wires. Apparently my two wires disengage that second block when I had my dash out while replacing HVAC. Recently those two wires must have started shorting out and my overdrive off light was coming on. After I drop the upper and lower plastic covers on steering column and pull those wires out a little further so I can realign everything with toothpicks I'll add another comment and let y'all know if it fixes my problem. It's the only way to put that spacer block back in and have the wires engage with the two holes. My switch tested fine.
I know this is an older video but you saved me $40 today. Mine just needed the contacts cleaned
Thank you. Glad it helped you out.
I’ve searched for 2 days for how to turn this light on and off and I finally found ur video. I couldn’t find this button for nothing. I was pressing the tow haul button thinking that’s what moves the gear selector into drive and reverse etc. thanks a lot u saved me from a continuous headache
Glad to hear it helped you out. If you searched so long and couldn’t find my video, please tell me what search terms and phrases you were using. I can add them to the tags on the video to help others find the video more easily in the future. Thank you and good luck!
@@jtcrowder49 I went to google and typed “ 2004 tow haul button ram 2500”
But I would put tags for (2004 Dodge Ram 2500 Tow Haul Button)
Thank you very much for this video. I pushed button in today & it stayed in. Would not pop back out. And I'm not the handiest guy with a volt meter but it doesn't matter with a video like this. You've made it so a toddler can figure this out. Thanks again
Looks identical to my ‘99 Durango. Thanks for the tip.
Dude! Thanks. Exactly what my 2000 is doing. Going to check it out now!
I have a 1999 Ram 2500 with the same issue. Great video I’ll check my switch tomorrow….
I see that your ABS is out as well! Ive been thinking of fixing mine for 8 years now! Maybe in another 8 yeras.
Love it homes major fix to the point keep up the direct content
Thank you .. cleaning it did the trick
Cleaning the switch contacts and connectors will sometimes correct this problem. A needle file and electrical contact spray should do it. File the male/female connections and spray/wipe the internal switch contacts.
I have a 98 ram..same issue. Handle broke so I just wiggle the wires! OD is no problem 🙂
This video save my ass. I would say I have all the videos I’ve seen regarding the second gen I would rate this video in my opinion is the best video out there For a second GEN Cummins owners
I appreciate the kind words. I try to keep my videos as short as possible. I am surprised that this video has been so popular. I am glad I could help you out.
What I did was I cleaned the male and female ends And it worked.
Thanks. Will try testing. handle broke now Over Drive lite won't come on.
I have a 98 5.9 gasser that I'm having this issue with, I've gone through all the wiring and patched up the exposed wiring. I've token out the o/d button, clean both ends. I've Beefed up ground points and improved the electrical current flow. And I've even taken it the a shop to have it rebuilt with a proshift and tow package! NOTHING IS WORKING to get my dam o/d to turn back on and work
I would trace the wire feed back to the PCM and, if you dare, try to short the pins at the next most opportune spot to get the signal. If you cannot get the O/D OFF light to go out you are not connected somewhere. If it doesnt work at the PCM harness, I would think the PCM could be bad or not the original one to the truck. Assuming all fuses are good.
Did you check the bulb?
Thanks - I say my switch is bad - could not be all that costly . My 98 dodge ram club 4x4 has 140 thousand miles and the over drive just stop .
If your brake and ABS light stays on you can replace the ABS speed sensor in the top of the rear-end and it should fix it
Thanks for the tip. It has been replaced and made no difference. My suspicion is the abs module has failed because if the abs pump is plugged up it runs constantly.
I bought an 03 2500 5.7l and it stays in od. When I click the button the light comes on to tell me od is off. Should I just keep it in od? I've already blew the original engine and I dont want this new one to take any more of a beating than is has to
Keep in over drive
@@jonahs8143
Overdrive is for cruising on the highway, saving gasoline consumption (Non-work mode).
In-town driving preference would be overdrive off. Better response, less transmission hesitation.
Overdrive is for cruising on the highway (more distance + less gasoline consumption, non-work mode).
Overdrive off is for intown driving (regular driving).
Where’d you find that switch? Need one myself.
My awitch didnt read but it turns od on n off.
You happen to have the part number ? I’ve searched high and low can find it.
No sir.
I feel dumb but I just got a 98 3500, what's the overdrive function on the transmissions for?
Overdrive refers to a gear ratio higher than 1:1. For example, the engine can turn 1 revolution and the tires can turn 2 revolutions (1:2). This lets you drive faster at lower engine speeds at the expense of torque. When you turn O/D off, the transmission will not shift into that gear. This results in higher engine speeds for the same highway speeds, but also allows you more torque.
@@jtcrowder49 gotcha so is overdrive better for like freeway or city driving for better Gas mileage and it's better to have overdrive off when towing or hauling heavy stuff?
Yeah, mine started needing to be pushed very hard to work... then nothing.
Your the man
Did your transmission light turn on when overdrive off?
No it did not.
Would you happen to have the part number I can't find it
I don’t. I’m sorry. Good luck.
PN?
Adding a comment. When I pulled out the switch another plastic block was behind it. Mine slid out with the switch. Behind that second block is two loose wires. Apparently my two wires disengage that second block when I had my dash out while replacing HVAC. Recently those two wires must have started shorting out and my overdrive off light was coming on. After I drop the upper and lower plastic covers on steering column and pull those wires out a little further so I can realign everything with toothpicks I'll add another comment and let y'all know if it fixes my problem. It's the only way to put that spacer block back in and have the wires engage with the two holes. My switch tested fine.
@@SuperPostman71 Oh.... I took my button apart, lubed it, it worked, and still does. I say "apart" I mean i popped the top off.