ok first problem is that my O.D. light does not trun off when it's in the drive position. If I touch the handel the light will go out but then as soon as I let go it comes back on. Truck does go into o.d. on the highway

Also when i let the truck sit for a few days, and then start it. Both the rpm and speed gauges max out. What the hell does that mean. it freaks me out when it does that.

 

Have your battery checked, sounds like time for a new one. As for the OD light that is probably a wiring short in the on/off button.

 

I don't have an L, but I have a "regular" 2003. Lately my gauges also "max out" when I start the truck. It looks just like what happens when the gauges are put on "test mode." I still have the original battery in my truck, with 99k miles, so I'm guessing it's almost time for a new battery and that is what is causing the gauge issue. I've never had a battery last this long in my life. I even have an amp, subs, auxiliary lighting, etc. Must be one heck of an alternator.

 

So remember how long the Motorcraft batteries last when you go to buy a new one

 

You need to replace the OD switch. And if I recall you will need to buy a whole new shift lever to do so. The wires have most likley broken internally.

 

My Motorcraft battery lasted about 7 years and was still good when I yanked it, you have a 99' stop pushing your luck and by a new battery it's time, this should stop the gauge sweep, the above is correct you need a new control arm for the column, my guess is the switch has tanked and has gone from a toggle to a monentary, or as mentioned above you lost a wire either way repair is in order.

 

You may have a problem in the OD switch or more likely the shifter harness (short). You can buy the whole shifter assembly "loaded" with the shifter pre wired, so it's pretty much plug & play. The shifter removal can be fun, but not to bad. Good luck.

 

Thnaks guys Besides Ford, Where can I buy the shifter control unit from.

 

Ford is the only place, it's not that expensive

 

ok thanks for the help.