Cardone 48-202 Transfer Case Motor

Transfer Case Motor for Ford and Mazda

The Cardone 48-202 remanufactured transfer case motor restores electronic shift control for select Ford Ranger, Explorer Sport Trac, and Mazda B-series applications. Built as a direct-replacement transfer case motor, it is engineered to meet or exceed original equipment performance for 4WD system operation.

Key Features

• Remanufactured transfer case motor with steel housing
• Bullet connector/terminal configuration
• Motor magnets are fully recharged for consistent operation
• Transfer case motor sensors are replaced with new, O.E.-quality sensors
• Lubricant is applied in the correct amount for quiet operation and service life
• 100% computer tested at three stages during remanufacturing
• Package contents: transfer case motor and instruction sheet

Product Details

Cardone Transfer Case Motor 48-202 is built from reverse-engineered remanufacturing processes that address common failure points found in the original unit. The result is a direct-fit transfer case motor for 1995-2005 Ford and Mazda trucks and sport utilities that use electronic transfer case shifting. This part cross-references Ford and Mazda OE numbers for the same application, including Ford 1L5Z7G360CB and Mazda ZZM017645.

Compatible applications include Fits 2005 Ford Explorer Sport Trac, N/A; Fits 1996-2003 Ford Ranger, N/A; Fits 1995-2003 Mazda B4000, N/A; Fits 1995-2002 Mazda B3000, N/A; Fits 1995-1996 Mazda B2300, N/A; and Fits 1995 Ford Ranger, N/A with 7 Terminal Round Plug and 8 Pin Connector. The Cardone 48-202 is also listed for 2004 Mazda B4000, N/A before 08/2003.

What This Part Helps Fix

• Service 4WD light stays on
• 4WD does not engage in high or low range
• Transfer case shift motor fails to move the shift shaft
• Weak or inconsistent transfer case shifting
• Error codes related to transfer case motor operation

Installation Notes

Before installation, manually shift the transfer case into the two-wheel drive position at the shift shaft. The replacement motor drive is factory-set in 2WD, and the transfer case should match that position before the motor is installed. Do not operate the motor off the transfer case, or damage and an error code can occur. A crescent wrench can be used for this operation.

If the replacement motor drive is in a different position, reposition the transfer case before installation. If the motor attempts to shift but sounds weak, inspect the front axle lock actuator and check for diagnostic trouble codes and calibration updates from the vehicle manufacturer.

Quality Assurance

Each Cardone remanufactured transfer case motor is computer tested at three points during the remanufacturing process to verify operation and reliability. Reverse engineering is used to identify original design weaknesses so they can be corrected in the remanufactured unit.