output speed sensor replacement on a 2011 2.3L automatic

[Gerryos]

I'm trying to replace the output speed sensor on the transmission (automatic) on a 2011 ranger 2.3L. Every video I've watched shows that it is a short 5-10 minute job...yeah, sure. I spent 3 1/2 unsuccessful hours wrestling with trying to get at and remove the #27 torx bolt.
I have the replacement part and I'm intending to fix my overdrive light flashing on and off and my transmission is shifting hard. I checked youtube and there are a few posters who claim success. I have two questions:
1. Can I get at the sensor through a (i think) removable under the carpet?
2. Has anyone viewing this post had success with this fix?
I've been told that the output speed sensor is strictly for speedometer and nothing else. My gut tells me that the computer uses the output speed sensor data to compare and analyze other sensor data and further send shift data to the transmission.

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[RangerBill]

I'm trying to replace the output speed sensor on the transmission (automatic) on a 2011 ranger 2.3L. Every video I've watched shows that it is a short 5-10 minute job...yeah, sure. I spent 3 1/2 unsuccessful hours wrestling with trying to get at and remove the #27 torx bolt.
I have the replacement part and I'm intending to fix my overdrive light flashing on and off and my transmission is shifting hard. I checked youtube and there are a few posters who claim success. I have two questions:
1. Can I get at the sensor through a (i think) removable under the carpet?
2. Has anyone viewing this post had success with this fix?
I've been told that the output speed sensor is strictly for speedometer and nothing else. My gut tells me that the computer uses the output speed sensor data to compare and analyze other sensor data and further send shift data to the transmission.

I came across a video that stated that it is a T30 Torx, not a T27. They stated that the bolt could also be removed with a 10 mm socket. Try a T30 or a 10 mm socket.

 

[Motorpsychology]

I'm trying to replace the output speed sensor on the transmission (automatic) on a 2011 ranger 2.3L. Every video I've watched shows that it is a short 5-10 minute job...yeah, sure. I spent 3 1/2 unsuccessful hours wrestling with trying to get at and remove the #27 torx bolt.
I have the replacement part and I'm intending to fix my overdrive light flashing on and off and my transmission is shifting hard. I checked youtube and there are a few posters who claim success. I have two questions:
1. Can I get at the sensor through a (i think) removable under the carpet?
2. Has anyone viewing this post had success with this fix?
I've been told that the output speed sensor is strictly for speedometer and nothing else. My gut tells me that the computer uses the output speed sensor data to compare and analyze other sensor data and further send shift data to the transmission.

This forum is for the fifth generation 2019-2023 Rangers. You may want to try Ranger Forum for more answers. They cover 1998-2011 models.

 

[Gerryos]

I saw that video also. Actually a 26 was a bit small and the 27 seemed to fit but the biggest problem was getting a straight shot on the bolt, holding the tool, and then trying to get a 1/8 inch ratchet on it. I did see a video, in Spanish, where he lifted the carpet and removed a panel above the sensor. That's a lot of work if you ask me however, it appears some engineers design things to be difficult to get at.

Also, I thought this was a 5th gen forum. In fact it's stated as a Ranger5g.com at the top of this page.

Another problem is I'm 77 now and finding I'm not quite as spry as I used to be. Up and down on a creeper wears me out.

 

[RangerBill]

I saw that video also. Actually a 26 was a bit small and the 27 seemed to fit but the biggest problem was getting a straight shot on the bolt, holding the tool, and then trying to get a 1/8 inch ratchet on it. I did see a video, in Spanish, where he lifted the carpet and removed a panel above the sensor. That's a lot of work if you ask me however, it appears some engineers design things to be difficult to get at.

Also, I thought this was a 5th gen forum. In fact it's stated as a Ranger5g.com at the top of this page.

Another problem is I'm 77 now and finding I'm not quite as spry as I used to be. Up and down on a creeper wears me out.

Try a T30.
This is the 5th generation Ranger forum (2019 - 2023 years).

 

[Big Blue]

Also, I thought this was a 5th gen forum. In fact it's stated as a Ranger5g.com at the top of this page.

Another problem is I'm 77 now and finding I'm not quite as spry as I used to be. Up and down on a creeper wears me out.

This is a 5th generation forum. There is some controversy over the Ranger generation numbering. But, concensus is the the models 2019 thru 2023 are the 5th generation and the models prior to 2012 are the 4th generation. I'm not sure when the 4th generation started. But the 5th generation defiantly started after the 8 year hiatus here in the US.

 

[Motorpsychology]

I saw that video also. Actually a 26 was a bit small and the 27 seemed to fit but the biggest problem was getting a straight shot on the bolt, holding the tool, and then trying to get a 1/8 inch ratchet on it. I did see a video, in Spanish, where he lifted the carpet and removed a panel above the sensor. That's a lot of work if you ask me however, it appears some engineers design things to be difficult to get at.

Also, I thought this was a 5th gen forum. In fact it's stated as a Ranger5g.com at the top of this page.

Another problem is I'm 77 now and finding I'm not quite as spry as I used to be. Up and down on a creeper wears me out.

I'm 75 and I can't do squats anymore; I do a comical routine getting down on all fours- knees are shot. They call them "prayer bones" because you pray that you can stand up again.

Regardless of how generations of Rangers are determined, this forum is dedicated to the North American 2019-2023 generation, commonly referred to 5G, hence the forum's header. Ranger Forum is the best place to find information on 1998-2011 Rangers, which is commonly referred to as 4G.
The 2.3L Ecoboost Four in the 5G Rangers has nothing in common with the 2.3L l-Four from the 4G's, and 5G Rangers do not have any other engines or transmissions.

If you find answers to your 4G questions on this forum, it is because many of the membership have, or have had 1-thru 4G Rangers and we like to be helpful!

 

[RangerBill]

I saw that video also. Actually a 26 was a bit small and the 27 seemed to fit but the biggest problem was getting a straight shot on the bolt, holding the tool, and then trying to get a 1/8 inch ratchet on it. I did see a video, in Spanish, where he lifted the carpet and removed a panel above the sensor. That's a lot of work if you ask me however, it appears some engineers design things to be difficult to get at.

Also, I thought this was a 5th gen forum. In fact it's stated as a Ranger5g.com at the top of this page.

Another problem is I'm 77 now and finding I'm not quite as spry as I used to be. Up and down on a creeper wears me out.

You could also try a 10mm socket. It may have a lower profile to fit on the sensor bolt.

 

[Gerryos]

Sorry for my flawed Ranger Generation posts. Upon further searches and joining the Ranger forum, I found legitimate answers to my questions.

It remains to be seen that I can get my 77 year old joints to perform well enough to remove that stupid sensor that Ford engineers thought best to locate it in an almost impossible location to service.

I first did a search of Ranger generations. My error was to trust just one source of which years correlated to 1G-G current . This philosophy has also bitten me in my sometimes improper vetting of political views and truths.

Now God...I've fully vetted and I am very sure of His existence through experience and study. The political realm greatly confused me at first until I entered Satan into the realm of reality.

Enjoy the realm of greasy fingers Gentlemen.
Gerry

 

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