Print Wheel Drive Gear is out of Position

Check connection at the 4X4 control module , check power and grounds . Do you know how to do basic electrical testing ? Does your truck have manual or automatic trans mission ? Which transfer case does yours have ?

The NVG 263 transfer case features a three button shift control switch located on the instrument panel. When the ignition is in the RUN position, the transfer case shift control module (TCCM) starts monitoring the transfer case shift control switch to determine if the driver desires a new mode/gear position. At a single press of the transfer case shift control switch, the lamp of the new desired position begins flashing to inform the driver that the TCCM has received the request for a new mode/gear position. The lamp continues to flash until all shifting criteria has been met and the new mode/gear position has been engaged. Once the new mode/gear position is fully active, the switch indicator for the new position remains ON constantly. In the event that the TCCM can not or will not complete the shift, the indicator returns to the previously selected position; this is a Transfer Case Shift Control Switch Indicator Flashes, then Returns to Previous Mode condition.

The NVG 263 transfer case provides the driver with 4 manual mode/gear positions:
• 2HI - 2 Wheel Drive high range
• 4HI - 4 Wheel Drive high range
• 4LO - 4 Wheel Drive low range
• Neutral
Have it check for DTC'S - diagnostic trouble codes ?

DTC B0790
DTC B2725
DTC C0306
DTC C0327
DTC C0359
DTC C0379
DTC C0550

Your best bet would be take it to a qualified repair SHOP

There are several possibilities. If you have a 4x4, the unit could be between the 2 wheel drive and 4 wheel drive modes. There is also a 4 wheel drive low and 4 wheel drive high mode. On some models the selector switch is similar in appearance to the blower motor selector switch. Someone could reach for the blower speed and turn the 4 wheel switch instead.

Another possibility can be a burned out led indicator switch on models which use electric shift solenoids to position the drivetrain between 2 and 4 wheel drive. The voltage gets messed up because of the burned out bulb and the shift plunger does not go into the correct position.

Have your error message read by a scanner.

Which of these does your vehicle have ?
The NVG 233 transfer case features a 3 button shift control switch, located on the instrument panel.
The NVG 236 transfer case features a 4 button shift control switch located on the instrument panel.
Do you know what DTC'S - diagnostic trouble codes are ? Both of these 4X4 systems can set DTC'S , Having a professional or factory scanner is what is needed to check for these codes . Not a OBD 2 code reader or autozone , advance etc... The four button system can set a bunch of them .
DTC B2725
DTC C0300
DTC C0305
DTC C0308
DTC C0309
DTC C0310
DTC C0315
DTC C0323
DTC C0324
DTC C0327
DTC C0362
DTC C0367
DTC C0374
DTC C0376
DTC C0387
DTC C0550
DTC C0611

The NVG 233 transfer case features a 3 button shift control switch, located on the instrument panel. When the ignition is in the RUN position, the transfer case shift control module starts monitoring the transfer case shift control switch, to determine if a new mode/gear position has been selected. At a single press of the transfer case shift control switch, the lamp of the new position begins flashing to inform the driver that the transfer case shift control module has received the request for a new mode/gear position. The lamp continues to flash until all shifting criteria has been met and the new mode/gear position has been reached, or has engaged. Once the new mode/gear position is fully active, the switch indicator lamp for the new position remains ON constantly.
The NVG 233 transfer case provides the driver with 3 manual mode/gear positions:
• 2HI - 2 Wheel Drive high range
• 4HI - 4 Wheel Drive high range
• 4LO - 4 Wheel Drive low range
Any of these mode/gear positions may be selected while driving the vehicle. However, the transfer case will not allow a shift into, or out of, 4LO unless the following criteria has been met:
• The engine is running.
• The automatic transmission is in Neutral, or the clutch pedal is applied on manual transmissions.
• The vehicle speed is below 5 km/h (3 mph).


Finding out what if any codes are stored should be your first step .

7,010.43: The printhead is stuck in the tilted position, or is not able to tilt forward to the print position, due to problems.
Do the printhead lock arms rotate correctly.
Has ink spilled ink around the printhead that prevents the printhead from moving to its center position? You should be able to manually push the printhead right to left.
Does the X-axis motor drive the printhead to it’s center position (so it can tilt forward)?
1. Check the process gearbox for obstructions
or damaged.
2. Ensure the gears are correctly aligned and
homed.
3. Verify the process shaft and drive module
shaft are at their home positions.
Has ink spilled on the head tilt gear on its drive train (near left side of the printhead).

Hi eduardo580:
This your problem.

7,010.43: The printhead is stuck in the tilted position, or is not able to tilt forward to the print position, due to problems.

1 1. Reboot the printer.
2. Did this correct the problem? Complete. Go to Step 2.
2 1. Do the printhead lock arms rotate correctly? Go to Step 3. Repair/replace
the lock arms.
3 1. Has ink spilled ink around the printhead that
prevents the printhead from moving to its
center position? You should be able to
manually push the printhead right to left.
Clean the printhead area. Go to Step 4.
4 1. Does the X-axis motor drive the printhead to
it’s center position (so it can tilt forward)?
Go to step 5. Troubleshoot the X-axis drive.
5 1. Check the process gearbox for obstructions or damaged.
2. Ensure the gears are correctly aligned and homed.
3. Verify the process shaft and drive module shaft are at their home positions.
4. Did this correct the problem? Complete. Go to Step 6.
6 1. Has ink spilled on the head tilt gear on its
drive train (near left side of the printhead).
Clean the gears. Go to Step 7.
7 1. Use service diagnostics to run the Head Maintenance Wiper Clutch test.
2. Did the test fail?
Replace the wiper drive clutch. Go to Step 8.
8 1. Ensure the wiper is properly aligned.
2. Use service diagnostics to run the Wiper Drive Test.
3. Did the test fail?
Replace the exit module assembly. Go to Step 9.
9 1. Use service diagnostics to run the Load Maintenance Clutch test.
2. Did the test fail?
Inspect the maintenance drive system,
replace any defective parts. Go to step 10.
10 1. Verify the headtilt gear will engage. You can
manually set the headtilt gear.
2. Is the gear engaged properly?
Go to Step 11. Set the headtilt gear.
11 1. Use service diagnostics to run the Tilt Axis Drive test.
2. Did the test fail?
Replace the process gearbox.
Go to Step12.
12 1. Use service diagnostics to run the Process Motor test.
2. Did the test fail? Replace the process motor.

Hope this helps

Ford has 2 types of 4x4 system engagement. One is a knob on the dash that you just turn to 4wheel drive high or low. The other system is the 4x4 transfer case shift on the transmission tunnel (hump) between the driver and passenger seats. To shift into 4 wheel drive high while driving, just let off the gas and shift transfer case into 4H position, and continue driving. To shift into 4 wheel drive Low, stop the vehicle completely, put transmission in neutral, shift transfer case into 4Low position, put trans. in gear, and start driving. I am assuming before doing the above, you have locked in ( turned the front hubs to 4 wheel drive position.) Any further questions, let me know.

Here is how to remove ignition lock:

   Rotate ignition lock cylinder to RUN position. Using a 1/8-inch drift, depress lock cylinder retaining pin through access hole and remove lock cylinder.

Carefully NOTE: the position of the bearing retainer prior to removal.

   Remove blue plastic bearing retainer by inserting a screwdriver or similar tool, with a 90 degree bend on the tip, between bearing retainer and bearing and by prying upward.

   Insert tip of a screwdriver into Double-D slot of bearing, then rotate 90 degrees. Remove bearing.

   Remove lock drive gear. Carefully note relationship of lock drive gear to position of rack teeth.

Here is the installation:
   Position lock drive gear in base of lock cylinder housing in the same position as that noted during removal procedure. The position of lock drive gear is correct if last tooth on drive gear is meshed with last tooth on rack.

   Position bearing retainer in lock cylinder housing. Insert tip of a screwdriver into Double-D slot of bearing, then rotate 90 degrees.

   Press blue plastic bearing retainer into lock cylinder housing. Ensure retainer is in its original position.

   Line up flats of drive gear with flats of washer by pulling down on the column lock actuator.

   Install lock cylinder assembly.

   Check for proper start in PARK and NEUTRAL. Also, check to ensure start circuit cannot be actuated in DRIVE or REVERSE positions and the column is locked in LOCK position.

Hi jo47628:
Here is your problem:

7,010.43: The printhead is stuck in the tilted position, or is not able to tilt forward to
the print position, due to problems.

1. Reboot the printer.
2. Did this correct the problem?
Complete. Go to Step 2.
2 1. Do the printhead lock arms rotate correctly? Go to Step 3. Repair/replace
the lock arms.
3 1. Has ink spilled ink around the printhead that
prevents the printhead from moving to its
center position? You should be able to
manually push the printhead right to left.
Clean the
printhead area.
Go to Step 4.
4 1. Does the X-axis motor drive the printhead to
it’s center position (so it can tilt forward)?
Go to step 5. Troubleshoot
the X-axis
drive.
5 1. Check the process gearbox for obstructions
or damaged.
2. Ensure the gears are correctly aligned and
homed.
3. Verify the process shaft and drive module
shaft are at their home positions.
4. Did this correct the problem?
Complete. Go to Step 6.
6 1. Has ink spilled on the head tilt gear on its
drive train (near left side of the printhead).
Clean the
gears.
Go to Step 7.
7 1. Use service diagnostics to run the Head
Maintenance Wiper Clutch test.
2. Did the test fail?
Replace the
wiper drive
clutch.
Go to Step 8.
8 1. Ensure the wiper is properly aligned.
2. Use service diagnostics to run the Wiper
Drive Test.
3. Did the test fail?
Replace the exit
module
assembly.
Go to Step 9.
9 1. Use service diagnostics to run the Load
Maintenance Clutch test.
2. Did the test fail?
Inspect the
maintenance
drive system,
replace any
defective parts.
1. Verify the headtilt gear will engage. You can
manually set the headtilt gear.
2. Is the gear engaged properly?
Go to Step 11. Set the headtilt
gear.
11 1. Use service diagnostics to run the Tilt Axis
Drive test.
2. Did the test fail?
Replace the
process
gearbox.
Go to Step12.
12 1. Use service diagnostics to run the Process
Motor test.
2. Did the test fail?
Replace the process motor.
Hope this helps

Normaly this would not be a user adjustment, possibly the grub screw hold the wheel hub to the motor has come loose, very small allen key needed, you make be able to shift it back to right place. Usualy this is done with special alignment jig

Does it always type the same wrong letter ie a always prints u or w ? if so the print wheel drive gear is out of position. if not and it get random letters some thing may be interfering with the wheel rotation.