Hi all, I just got a 96 Explorer XL 4WD. I love it! I used to own a Chev Cavalier

Anyways, I've noticed a few things, front end makes a slight "clunk" noise, from what I've read here, that's somewhat common.

Wipers will work fine, then stop halfway up the window, then continue working after a few secs. This repeats every 5 mins or so. (is it just the switch??)

The rear liftgate lock, works with the power locks, but if I use a key in the lock to unlock it from the outside (in the liftgate) I can not relock the lock just by using the Power locks or the little switch in the rear cargo area, is this normal?

I'm having problems with the 4WD LOW. I switch it into 4low, then after a few secs the 4 low light will come on. But it doesn't like to be turned off. I put it into N the switch back to 2WD, but the light will not go out right away. only after I turn the truck off or drive around for a bit. An I doing something wrong?

Last thing... Pass side window switch doesn't work. It did, but a day ago it stopped working. The light still lights up and I can control the window from the drivers side switch, just not by using the Pass switch. The light lights up, so I'm assuming the switch is still hooked up, maybe just a cleaning of the switch or faulty switch??

Sorry for the long post, this is my fist Explorer and first 4WD, I've always had sporty little 2 dr. cars. so this is all new to me.

Thanks guys! (from a converted Chev man)

 

The GEM (Generic Electronic Module) is a computer that mounts behind your radio.

It controls the following:

Interior lights
electric windows
wipers
power locks
transfer case

It sounds like it may have a problem.

they are about $200 but very easy to change.

You should try to get a complete list of what it controls to verify

 

I took a look at the '95 evtm manual and the GEM controls just about everything except the engine, the transmission, and the ABS

I think you may have a bad GEM. It definetly controls everything your having a problem with