Why does my overdrive light blink on my Ford Explorer?

O/D light refers to improper gear ratio, take pan off check for broken band and adjusting anchor in pan. 2 people found this helpful. 3 people found this helpful. The overdrive light on my girlfriend’s 2004 Escape started blinking yesterday.

Why does my OD light keep flashing on and off?

The flashing OD light indicates a tranny problem that should show up with a code reader on the OBDS, try disconnesting the negative battery terminal, leave disconnected for 20 seconds and reconnect. this will reset the computer and possibly eliminate the problem. Click to expand… I’ll give it a shot. Thanks :hy:

What does flashing OD light on obds mean?

Click to expand… The flashing OD light indicates a tranny problem that should show up with a code reader on the OBDS, try disconnesting the negative battery terminal, leave disconnected for 20 seconds and reconnect. this will reset the computer and possibly eliminate the problem.

Why does my O / D light blink when driving?

Have hard shift and loss of power on hills when O/D light flashes. When light just goes on on dash, I hit the middle button on the right lever (don’t know what it is called). Other than this issue, the 2000 Ford Explorer Eddie Bauer edition 4-wheel drive is a dream to drive.

What does the OD light flashes on a Ford Explorer?

I drive an 2002 Explorer with 168,000 miles; it has the 5R55W automatic transmission in it. Like many of you, my O/D light started flashing, and I was getting a hard shift from 2-3.

Why does my overdrive light keep blinking on and off?

The former has a speed sensor located near the tailshaft housing that, when going out or has gone out, will cause the O/D Off light to flash intermittently or constantly. On the latter (5R55E) this sensor is located inside of the transmission and will cause the same symptoms.

I’ve seen O/D light trouble codes lead to just a wiring repair or a faulty control module. It doesn’t have to be an internal failure to cause issues – your transmission may be fine, but is getting told to do something stupid by a faulty control module.

Is it OK to drive with O / D on on a Ford Explorer?

Is it ok to drive with the o/d on on a ford explorer 114 people found this helpful. Not recommended. It indicates a problem with the transmission. Why risk doing further damage. 24 people found this helpful.

What does it mean when your overdrive light is blinking?

If your overdrive light is flashing or blinking, you are not going to be able to correct the issue by pushing a button. It means that something is wrong with your car’s transmission – perhaps the range or speed sensors, or the solenoid. If the overdrive light is flashing, you should have a qualified mechanic come inspect your transmission.

Why is the O / D light flashing on and off?

JUst had the automatic transmission flushed and fluid changed and ever since the O/D indicator comes on and will not go off without turning off/on ignition. Transmission runs same as always and O/D engages/disengages as always. Budget lube claims they did nothing that would have caused the problem.

How do I Turn Off the overdrive light?

To get the overdrive light to turn off, and use your top gear, you should be able to locate a button on the side of your gearshift that will allow you to change the setting.

Why does my O / D light blink when I start the car?

It’s similar to the “check engine” light. Get the codes read to determine the cause. It could be something simple like a speed sensor or something more important. The one thing you don’t want to do is ignore it. The light could be indicating a problem that could destroy the transmission. 78 people found this helpful.

What should I do if my overdrive light is blinking?

If it is blinking or flashing, the answer is “maybe.” Transmission problems should never be ignored, so make sure to get the issue with your overdrive light checked out, and any necessary repairs done. The most popular service booked by readers of this article is Warning Light is on Inspection.

What does the over drive off light mean?

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What should I do if my overdrive light is flashing?

If the overdrive light is flashing, you should have a qualified mechanic come inspect your transmission. When your overdrive light begins to flash, your car’s computer will store a “trouble code” that will identify the type of malfunction that is causing the problem.

What does the overdrive warning light mean on a car?

Average rating from 147 customers who received a Warning Light is on Inspection. The overdrive (O/D) light on your dash can mean two very different things, depending on whether it is lighting up and staying on, or whether it is flashing or blinking.

Why does my O / D light blink when I Shift?

I also have a 2003 ford explorer with the od off light flashing. Physically the car runs awesome. No slipping or hard shifting. What can the issue be? 235 people found this helpful.

Can a truck stay in overdrive mode all the time?

The truck can stay in overdrive mode during any normal driving condition, like your commute. If you’re in the mountains and the truck is searching between overdrive and the next gear down (downshifting a lot), then take the O/D off and let it sit in the next gear down.

Why does my O / D light blink when I Turn on the ignition?

The O/D off light flashed. Notice the wire is cut at base of the gear shifter. Would this be why the O/D off light flashes? 25 people found this helpful. Hello I have a 02 Ford Explorer my 0/d off light flashing what I can do please help 162 people found this helpful.

What’s the problem with my Ford Explorer V6?

My 2003 explorer v6 had the same problem about two years ago. It was intermintent. Called my tranny guy I have known since high school and he told me when he happens again, do not shut off the engine and bring it directly to him. He plugged in the reader under the dash.

When does the OD light flash on a Ford F150?

The truck drives normally until it warms up and the OD light starts flashing. Then it cluncks when OD is activated or as the trans downshifts upon deceleration. The trans was flushed at 39K and it now has 70K. It is 5.4L 4WD…unknown trans.Codes P0741 and P0782. The truck drives normally until it warms up and the OD light starts flashing.

Why is the overdrive light blinking on my Ford truck?

Most likely the transmission is toast. This happened in our F-550 a month or so ago. While plowing my driver called and said the light was flashing. Took it to the dealer, they pulled the codes but could not get it to happen again. I pick up the truck and can feel the trans slipping, it also had almost nothing in reverse.

What does the flashing light on the transmission mean?

Any suggestions. well first off the light flashing is indicating that the transmission has thrown a code , did the mechanic hook acode reader up to it, if so what was the code, if not i would start there When my Grand Cherokee did that, it gave an error code that was a bad sensor (after checking for loose wires and the usual).

I also have a 2003 ford explorer with the od off light flashing. Physically the car runs awesome. No slipping or hard shifting. What can the issue be? 235 people found this helpful.

What does it mean when your overdrive light flashes?

It means that something is wrong with your car’s transmission – perhaps the range or speed sensors, or the solenoid. If the overdrive light is flashing, you should have a qualified mechanic come inspect your transmission. When your overdrive light begins to flash,…

What does a flashing check engine light mean?

A flashing check engine light is your Ford Explorer’s way of saying “I have a serious problem, don’t ignore me”. Most of the time, that serious problem is a misfire. This flashing light should not be ignored. When your engine is misfiring, it is dumping raw fuel into the exhaust.

Is the Check Engine light on on a 1998 Ford Explorer?

Our 1998 Ford Explorer has the same O/D flashing issue with check engine light. Neither were a problem until we had to change engines on it with another 1998 Ford Explorer. Before the exchange there wasn’t an issue with the transmission or any lights on.

What causes the overdrive light to flash on a Ford Explorer?

There is a transmission range fuse. It can cause your vehicle to go into limp mode and you od light at the end of you shifter to flash. It is under a dollar to fix verses a new transmission that would have shown the same problem, at least in my case. 7 people found this helpful. How do you no if your overdrive is engaged on a 2003 Explorer

Where is the overdrive button on a Ford Explorer?

I have an 02 Explorer where the overdrive ‘button’ is located at the end of the column mounted shifter. You can turn it on and off at will. For the check engine light, you will need to have it scanned to see what code comes up.

What does it mean when the overdrive light is flashing?

What causes the overdrive light to flash?

If your overdrive light is blinking (like a turn signal or hazard light), it is indicating that there is a problem with your car’s transmission. It could be the solenoid or possibly the speed or range sensors. There are many different issues that can cause the light to flash.

What does it mean when the O/D light flashes?

The O/D light indicates there is a problem in either the electrical or hydraulic system of the transmission. Your next step is to have the vehicle scanned to see what codes have been set.

Are there any problems with the Ford Explorer headlights?

The Ford dealers say that the car meets Ford specs and the Ford CO customer service dept confirms that they had numerous complaints and that Ford has no fix. This is indeed a safety issue and a fix and recall is essential. The headlights on my 2014 Ford Explorer sport do not safely light up the road at night on a road with no street lights.

Are there any recalls on 1997 Ford Explorer?

Ford motor company must recall the 1997 Ford Explorer eddie bauer edition and any other like designed Ford product with a light out module (lom) that fails leaving the driver without low beams and no means of fixing the said defect without an authorized Ford dealer’s repair (at great expense) that is life threatening in the interim.

When does the overdrive light come on on a Ford Explorer?

My overdrive light on my 2003 Ford Explorer doesn’t come on when you’re in drive but it does when you’re in park 2 people found this helpful. 1 people found this helpful. I have a 2005 ford sport track. It only slips in 2nd gear. Its rough as shes idles.

How to fix a Ford Explorer 4WD with flashing 4WD High?

1996 Ford Explorer Sport is Flashing 2WD and 4WD High/Low Light and No 4WD Engagement Learn How to Check Fuses, Relays, Sensors, Switches, and the Shift Motor If your 1996 Ford Explorer has 4WD flashing dash lights issues – start the engine; place the transmission shift lever in Neutral; and turn the 4WD Mode Switch to 4WD Low.

What to do if your Explorer has flashing dash lights?

If your 1996 Ford Explorer has 4WD flashing dash lights issues – start the engine; place the transmission shift lever in Neutral; and turn the 4WD Mode Switch to 4WD Low. You should hear a clicking sound that indicates 4WD engagement.

Why does my Ford Explorer Jerk when I press the gas?

If your Ford Explorer is jerking when you press the gas, there are a few common issues that can cause this to happen. These include misfiring, fuel delivery issues, the catalytic converter, and more. Your Explorer’s engine is a pump. It mixes air and fuel together and needs a strong ignition of the two to run properly.

Is the anti theft light on my Ford Explorer broken?

I’ve done a little more “research” and found older vehicles with tilt wheel steering column are known to have broken wire issues. On my Explorer the transceiver has 4, wires going into a white plastic connector under the dash. The far right wire was broken on mine.

When was the last time my Ford Explorer failed to read the chip?

The last time my 2001 Explorer failed to read the chip I just bumped the steering wheel a couple times to send vibrations through the column. It worked. Probably same effect as mentioned above by Sandra. The Ford mechanic said the “reader” will eventually fail all together and will need replaced. 51 people found this helpful.

When did the Ford Explorer fuse box come out?

In this article, we consider the second-generation Ford Explorer, produced from 1996 to 2001. Here you will find fuse box diagrams of Ford Explorer 1996, 1997, 1998, 1999, 2000 and 2001, get information about the location of the fuse panels inside the car, and learn about the assignment of each fuse (fuse layout) and relay.

What was the model year of the Ford Explorer?

The Explorer saw significant exterior, interior, and suspension updates for the 1995 model year, losing all its exterior bodywork shared with the Ford Ranger.

What to do if you cant find your overdrive fuse?

With as many problems your experiencing I would use a multi meter in the panel and test all the fuses . If you are not sure on what to do set your meter to omh with sound and start on one side of the panel and touch each of the probes to the top of the fuse . Go until you don’t have a tone on the fuse then pull that fuse and replace.

Why does my O / D light blink when I Turn Off the engine?

The light could be indicating a problem that could destroy the transmission. 78 people found this helpful. My 2003 explorer v6 had the same problem about two years ago. It was intermintent. Called my tranny guy I have known since high school and he told me when he happens again, do not shut off the engine and bring it directly to him.

Why does my Ford Explorer have flashing lights?

You should hear a clicking sound that indicates 4WD engagement. If no sound is heard and there is flashing lights (3 or 6 flashes – depending on the system) – this may indicate a blown fuse and/or relay problems. Check the Ford Explorer Underhood Fuse Box Map for blown 4WD fuses and relays…

What does the OD light flashes on a Ford?

O/D Off light flashing (Ford) Most likely cause….. In later years of this model production (aprox. 1995-2003) these vehicles were equipped with either a 4R44E transmission or (1999 and later) a 5R55E transmission.

Why is the overdrive light on on my explorer?

Neither were a problem until we had to change engines on it with another 1998 Ford Explorer. Before the exchange there wasn’t an issue with the transmission or any lights on. When we try to take it for a drive the overdrive keeps kicking in and out and we are at a loss for what the issue is. 6 people found this helpful.

Is the Ford Explorer a 4 wheel drive car?

Other than this issue, the 2000 Ford Explorer Eddie Bauer edition 4-wheel drive is a dream to drive. So pleasant for long trips, performance on 4-lanes is off the charts — so we want to fix this and keep it.

Why does the 4 wheel drive light stop flashing?

The transfer case neutral position needs to be selected before you attempt to engage 4WD. The selected position indicator light will flash until the transfer case completes the shift. When the shift is complete, the indicator light for the selected position will stop flashing and remain ON.

Why is the O / D light blinking after 20 minutes?

The O/D light on my 2004 Ranger with a 5R55E transmission is blinking after about 20 minutes of driving. The code is P0735, “gear 5 incorrect ratio.” It shifts fine before the light blinks. Even after it blinks, it drives fine in gear 5, but once the light blinks, shifting is abnormal.

Is the Check Engine light blinking when turning on?

Light blinks like crazy will turn over no start . also code 11 blinks once and then a again a sec later . ive tryed everything read the codes no codes but the check engine light is on? It doesnt stay on for 1 sec let alone 3 when turning on?

How to fix flashing 4×4 light on Ford Explorer?

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What does the overdrive light on the dash mean?

The overdrive (O/D) light on your dash can mean two very different things, depending on whether it is lighting up and staying on, or whether it is flashing or blinking. So, how do you know when you can drive safely and when you can’t? Here are some things to know about driving with the overdrive:

When does the OD light flash on a Ford?

In later years of this model production (aprox. 1995-2003) these vehicles were equipped with either a 4R44E transmission or (1999 and later) a 5R55E transmission. The former has a speed sensor located near the tailshaft housing that, when going out or has gone out, will cause the O/D Off light to flash intermittently or constantly.

Why does the OD light flash at the end of the shifter?

Where is the anti theft light on a Ford?

The display of the car behind the steering will light up and will show the anti-theft light blinking or constantly lit. Leave the key in this position for at least 10 minutes. Check the anti-theft light again.

What does it mean when your transmission overdrive light flashes?

Typically when the OD is flashing it means the trans is upset with a shift or some other perameter. It can also mean that the VSS needs to be cleaned (It’s on the rear diff.). As was stated before you need to get the codes read so you know where to start looking. I own a 2003, 7.3 liter, Power Stroke Diesel.

Why is the overdrive light flashing on my diesel?

I own a 2003, 7.3 liter, Power Stroke Diesel. The overdrive light on the transmission shifting arm will suddenly start flashing and the transmission will down shift. I have taken it to three mechanics and no one has resolved the issue. Any suggestions.

What does it mean when the O / D off light comes on while driving?

Sometimes while I’m driving however, the “O/D Off” light comes on. This happens sometimes, but not all the time and it’ll be random. Speed doesn’t seem to be a factor as I’ve seen it come on before while driving very slow.

When to turn off the overdrive on a Ford truck?

You Dad wants to keep the motor running at higher rpms in the city so the motor doesn’t carbon up. On the highway you use overdrive for better gas mileage. I’ll add that if on the highway and you encounter a steep hill or grade it’s best to turn the overdrive off until you get to the top of the inclination.

Why does my car have a check engine light?

It indicates a problem with the transmission. It’s similar to the “check engine” light. Get the codes read to determine the cause. It could be something simple like a speed sensor or something more important. The one thing you don’t want to do is ignore it.

Why does my overdrive light blink on my Ford Explorer?