Ford Ranger broken shift indicator cable loop fixed

Showing what needs to be removed to replace dash bulbs on a 2003 Ford Ranger XLT along with a quick tip to fix a broken shift indicator cable loop.
dash illumination bulbs: Sylvania (number and link will be added soon)

[@girfalcon1]

whatever you do, DO NOT TRY SUPERGLUE
I now need to replace the whole assembly cus superglue got down the plastic wire housing and the wire won't move anymore. OEM replacement on the way.

[@bikeman1157]

Thank you! I did exactly that. Used a blue size wiring loop.

[@zachmeisner]

Awesome!

[@johntriplett5407]

I have owned three Ford Rangers …….. have replaced many a shifting tube but this was the first time that a loop was broken and there’s not a single video except yours dealing with how to fix this problem short of pulling part of the dash and replacing the whole damn indicator package….. A great simple fix here thanks much

[@ronkirk5099]

I wished I had seen this video sooner. I tried to fix the broken loop by crimping on another wire loop but it was a little too long to get the proper adjustment position for the indicator. Now I have to go back in and try this method with the crimp-on wiring eyelet. Save ~$50. for a new part and more disassembly to install it. Great tip!

[@showdog357]

Man thanks, I was 2 min away from ordering another cable assembly, simple fix.

[@williamrepp9232]

Just fixed my 2010 Ranger with this method. Genius man! Saved me some money and a lot of time. Thank You.

[@ronr3540]

Thanks. That turned out to be my problem. Quick and cheap fix.

[@goldseekersadventures9380]

How does the wiring eye Fit over the hook? Because the wiring eye in this video Does not have a big enough hole in the center to fit over the hook. Should I use a larger eye??

[@stevestone8741]

Good frinnnn idea!!!! Thanks

[@TyeDyeTrip]

2001 ranger edge
Lost reverse/park. Still drives has fluid.
I tried adjusting the wheel and fixing my dial but nothing helped. Loss of words any ideas boys ?

[@zachmeisner]

I'm not sure if the shift linkage is the same on a ranger, but in the f-150 s they tend to loosen up overtime, check out my video on it; th-cam.com/video/3UIwV5LvRKQ/w-d-xo.html

[@wandaorders9609]

My wire broke on the other end. How do I fix that?

[@zachmeisner]

Unfortunately on the other end i would think you'd have to replace the entire assembly :/

[@qkdblo]

Great video by the way! My hook was broken just like in the video. I think a wiring terminal might work as well or maybe it is the same name for a wiring eye.

[@BaitandBlastOutdoors]

Mine broke all the up at the actually shift indicator

[@tonycastro6154]

haahah tnx for video i wouldve never thought of this,,,awesome,,,,,,,

[@YellowstoneBrew]

Brilliant! Thanks much

[@noahgarcia731]

Legend for sure

[@richinshvac]

Fking genius! Thanks

[@jaxsonboot9669]

Your a legend

[@ethankreuser8367]

Great video!