Ford explorer awd 4wd questions page 3 car forums at. Get an evtm i also have a haynes manual but it was useless in diagnosing this problem. Once i had to engage the 4 wheel drive and ever since i did, the dash light will not stop flashing. 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. Ford motor company 2002 ford explorer owners guide. Introduced in 1990 for the 1991 model year, the explorer was the first. Problems with ford rangers can arise with either the low or high 4x4 system or the automatic or manual hubs.
My 2002 explorer is making a humming noise from the rearend berween 5570 mph. I live in the snow and get frustrated because as soon as my tires slip i can feel the 4x4 trying to engage, but the rear tires never actually catch. My od light on my 2002 ford explorer xlt flashes and the gear shifts hard to 3rd gear. Ford explorer problems 2002 ford explorer air bags. I dont hear a click when i turn the switch but on startup the 4x4 lights flash on. Ford explorer questions overdrive light is on cargurus. What does it mean when the od light flashes on a ford. The 2002 ford explorer has 386 problems reported for od light is blinking. Transmission solenoid problems of the 2002 ford explorer part 1. Why is my 4wd and 4wdl lights flashing on my 1998 ford explorer. Nov 27, 2017 its a good idea to check your owners manual to find out exactly what the flashing light means in this situation. Turns out that the electronic pedal settings that bring the pedals toward and. After warms up it jerks when attempting to turn, answered by a verified ford mechanic.
I didnt try putting it in 4 wheel drive because i know this means there is a problem of some sort. I have a 1996 explorer xlt the 4x4 light flashes and when this starts happening the power windows will not work do these 2 thing have. Ive had the car since 2011 and always just thought the 4wd was terrible because the car cant even make it. View and download ford explorer sport 2002 owners manual online. Ford explorer questions what does the 4x4 auto button do. The 2002 ford explorer has 45 problems reported for 4x4 will not engage into. I have a 02 ford explorer xlt v6 and when i push the button for the 4 wheel drive to. If you continue to have a problem then you will need to replace the 4x4 control module which is located behind the glove box. The abs dash light on your 2002 ford explorer flashes 3 times. First time they stated ford knows about the problem and they are working on it. Read this first before going to dealer to all you people who have blinking 4wd and 4wd low here is a little story for you.
Likewise, when i push the 4x4 low button, a 4x4 and low light comes on. Im looking for help from someone who might know about a problem im having. I like the vehicle but the overdrive light had been flashing on it for awhile and the transmission finally went out completely. The vehicle is in standard all wheel drive, and had not recently been in 4 wheel. Jan 12, 2011 my 2002 ford explorer s 4 wheel drive dash light keeps blinking. The touch drive system is operated using an electric shift selector switch located on the instrument panel. If your 4wd is still not engaging verify good vacuum at the front axle housing and that all switches are good. Hey shortly after i bought my 99 expedition, the 4x4 light on the dash began flashing.
Mar 22, 2007 tonight on my way home from work, i noticed that in my 1998 ford explorer, the 4wd and 4wdl lights would flash 4 times and then go out for about 2 minutes. If your 4wd light flashes after offroading in a vehicle like this jeep. Illuminates when fourwheel drive high is high engaged. I have a 2002 ford explorer xlt 4x4 the four wheel drive stopped working all of a sudden the 4x4 push buttons do not light up, i have checked all the fuses that the manual suggests to check any ideas. Jan 19, 2014 how to fix the flashing 4x4 light on your 2002 and up ford explorer. Ford has replaced its manually locking fronthub and four wheel drive truck transfer case system with a pushbutton system that it calls touch drive. My wife and i owned a 2002 ford explorer xlt with 4wd. Ford ranger 4x4s have been popular with truck owners since they were first introduced by the ford motor co. Ford explorer questions 4x4 high light flashes 10 times and. When on full lock in four wheel drive there is a judder or twisting of the drive train. Ford explorer power train 2002 ford explorer problems. No lights will be illuminated when the transfer case is in twowheel drive. Oct 02, 2007 i have a 2002 ford explorer xls and the 4x4 high light on the dashboard recently started to flash. The front wheel bearing hubs have been making noise and i am having them both replaced.
The 2002 ford explorer has 28 nhtsa complaints for the power train. It would flash 4 5 times then go away, and a little bit later itll start flashing again. The video is based on the eddie bauer edition to replicate fixes for the 1996 ford explorer sport. Below you will find free pdf files for select years of your ford explorer automobile. When i let off the gas it goes away, but as soon as i step on the gas it comes back. Ford explorer questions theift light will not stop blinking. Sep 09, 2007 ive got a 2001 ford ranger that is having problems with the 4x4. From what i understand this is a very common problem with this vehicle. Ford explorer awd 4wd questions page 2 car forums at. Its a good idea to check your owners manual to find out exactly what the flashing light means in this situation. Its either the computer module, or the electric solenoid on the transfer case.
Well the clunk was my bands in my tranny were burned out and a part that held it in broke right off, also my planetariums were gone. When i push the 4x4 high button, a 4x4 light comes on the dashboard. The rsc works in conjunction with the antilock brake system to help regain control of the vehicle if it goes into a spin or slide. Feb 27, 2012 i have a 2002 ford explorer xlt 4x4 the four wheel drive stopped working all of a sudden the 4x4 push buttons do not light up, i have checked all the fuses that the manual suggests to check any ideas. I have a 02 ford explorer xlt v6 and when i push the button for the 4 wheel. Will not go in 4wd posted by anonymous on jan 06, 20. In the next video, youll learn how to check and verify the 4wd mode switch on 1996 2008 ford explorer. The abs dash light on your 2002 ford explorer flashes 3 times and then 4 times what does a code 34 mean. One of our guys said that the 4x4 high mode light flashes on and off 8 times in a row, then stops. When i push the 4x4 auto button, there is no light and no indication that the 4x4 auto system is engaged. How do i unlock 4wd stuck in 4low my 4 wheel drive is stuck in 4 low. The 2002 ford explorer has 888 nhtsa complaints for the power train. If the light does not come on or the light flashes steadily, have your vehicle serviced as soon as possible, as damage to the. I have 2002 ford explorer xlt 6cyl four wheel drive.
Sharing its engine with the ranger and fourwheel drive ford aerostar, the explorer. The abs dash light on your 2002 ford explorer flashes 3. Now, it will go into 4 wheel, light stays steady, the 4 wheel drive is working, but when i disengage it, the light returns flashing when in all wheel drive. My ford explorer service rsc now light is on,what should. Over drive od light flashes and diagnostic trouble codes dtcs in memeory. I have a 2002 ford escape it is automatic all weel drive but i have the botton to. The abs light was on constanly, and the 4x4 high light flashes about 8 times, turns off for about 25 minutes, then flashes again for another 8 times and keeps repeating. When it worked, i would switch into four wheel drive and an indication would display on the dash whether it was in 4x4 high or low. Ford explorer questions how do i unlock 4wd stuck in 4low. Its got an electronic switch in the cabin that has 2wd, 4wd high, 4wd low. How to fix a ford explorer 4wd with flashing 4wd high. I had a 2004 escape and have a 2008 tributesame as an escape the easiest way to tell if it fwd or awd is look under it from the back. Could this just be a solenoid or a new transmission.
Ive got a 2001 ford ranger that is having problems with the 4x4. Explorer sport 2002 automobile pdf manual download. Common problems and solutions for ford explorer united. Sep, 2011 the abs dash light on your 2002 ford explorer flashes 3 times and then 4 times what does a code 34 mean. Recently, the abs light stayed on and is on all the time. Four wheel drive 4wd systems 2004 explorermountaineer workshop manual removal and installation procedure revision date. Your vehicles fourwheeldrive system relies on information from a network of sensors that tell it everything from throttle. The 2002 ford explorer has 45 problems reported for 4x4 will not engage into 4wd. For more information on ford motor company and its products visit the. Disconnected negative terminal to battery, removed 4x4 control module, inspected module, modulel looks new, reconnected 4x4cm and reconnected negative cleaned battery terminal. You said that if the 4x4 light flashes while driving thats its a transmission issue, how do you mean.
Im wondering if this is a serious problem or if it is just a wire connection problem. Ford explorer questions my od light on my 2002 ford. The site for ford truck owners, by ford truck owners. In other words, the 4x4 light flashes when in all wheel drive, the. The most recently reported issues are listed below. It just keeps slipping and a flashing 4x4 indicator light comes on the dash. Ford has replaced its manually locking fronthub and fourwheel drive truck transfer case system with a pushbutton system that it calls touch drive. Manual doesnt make this suggestion and i see others have trouble shifting. The front wheel bearing hubs have been making noise and i am having them both replaced tomorrow could this be related to the 4wd problem. The explorer sport trac is a midsize pickup truck derived from the fourdoor explorer. Your vehicles fourwheeldrive system relies on information from a network of sensors that tell it everything from throttle position to wheel speed to transmission speed. Download your free pdf file of the 1999 ford explorer on our comprehensive online database of automotive owners manuals. Ford explorer sport 2002 owners manual pdf download.
This is second time some had to be replaced anonymous, mo 2002 ford explorer xlt 4. Ford explorer questions 4x4 high light flashes 10 times. Our list of 14 known complaints reported by owners can help you fix your 2002 ford explorer. Nov 30, 20 flashes on and off about ten times find answers to your 2002 ford explorer question from certified mechanics and auto experts.
Overdrive light on problems of the 2002 ford explorer part 2. The consumer also had problems with the transmission, gear adjustment, difficult high altitude driving even after gear change, air suction into the engine and transmission, accelerator and ses light illuminated. The ford explorer is a range of suvs manufactured by ford motor company. This applies to all 4x2 truckssport utilities with rear wheel drive. On the night of 1152009,i picked my wife up from work at 11. One of our guys said that the 4x4 high mode light flashes on and off 8.
Please also check out the statistics and reliability analysis of the 2002 ford explorer based on all problems reported for the 2002 explorer. The system can apply braking power to an individual wheel as well as all 4 wheels if need be to help stabilize the vehicle. Four wheel drive 4wd systems 2004 explorer mountaineer workshop manual removal and installation procedure revision date. Download your free pdf file of the 2002 ford explorer on our comprehensive online database of automotive owners manuals. What does it mean when the od light flashes on a ford explorer.
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