OD button on shifter

rod7515 · May 18, 2017

Was wondering if any one could shed some light on how the OD button in my shift lever is suppose to operate. Its a 98 Ram 1500 automatic. I had to replace the shifter because when I bought the truck the end was broken off. I bought a used one from ebay, I checked to make sure the switch worked while it was off the truck. I havent driven the truck more then a mile as Im waiting for tags which should be before the weekend but sitting in the garage I dont see any light on the dash telling me its changing by pushing the button. Does it have to be up to speed in order for the switch to engage? does the trans automatically switch into OD then the switch will kick it out? Just wanting to know how its suppose to operate so I can troubleshoot.
Thanks Rod

dapepper9 · May 18, 2017

Pressing the button should bring a light on the cluster saying OD OFF.

rod7515 · May 18, 2017

So are you saying I should see this light sitting still with switch on and in the garage or do I have to be moving and locked in?
Rod

dudeman2009 · May 19, 2017

The light comes on during the bulb test when the key is turned to run. At any point after that, with they key in run if you hit the button the OD off light should light and remain lit until you shut it off or the key is cycled.

Yeret · May 19, 2017

Yep, what everyone said is correct. It's possible your switch might be done for. I had to replace mine last year because it got to the point where you damn near broke your thumb smashing it until it finally "switched."

rod7515 · May 21, 2017

well I finally got the truck out on the road and it ran great. The light in the dash is burnt out I guess because it does not come on with just the switch on. Damn, wish I knew that while the dash was out. The button functions good and the truck goes in and out of OD so I guess I will need to pull the dash cluster back out. I didnt look to see if I can get to it from underneath but I'm doubting it.
Thanks for the help. If there is a shortcut to replacing that bulb let me know.
Thanks Rod

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