1997 Ford F150 DTC

1997 FORD F-150
130,000 MILES • V8 • 2WD • AUTOMATIC
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COLBYWWILSON
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Hello,
My 1998 F-150 has a code stored that I don't understand or know how tp fix. What do I need to correct if I am getting a "P1780" Code.

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Nov 7, 2008 at 12:06 AM
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MASTERTECHTIM
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https://images.2carpros.com/forum/automotive_pictures/139033_gov_5.jpg

if this has a overdrive on/off switch on shifter handle i would suspect its bad.
Nov 7, 2008 at 12:23 AM
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COLBYWWILSON
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Thanks,
I do have a switch in the column for OD on\off but it is still functioning. Could it still be the problem component even if it is working when toggled?
Nov 7, 2008 at 2:21 AM
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MASTERTECHTIM
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i just relooked it up and found a long diagnostic chart that points to the od switch. thats all i have seen go wrong so it would be a good place to start. it is possible it is something else but you have to play the odds on this one, i think and put in the switch.
Nov 8, 2008 at 6:03 AM
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