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Old Mar 2, 2001 | 09:07 PM
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The O/D Off light has recently started flashing on my 96 Explorer. Owner's manual just says to take it in for service if light flashes on and off. Anyone know what causes this?
 
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Old Mar 4, 2001 | 09:47 PM
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The computer has detected a problem with the transmission or one of the transmission related controls or sensors.
 
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Old Apr 12, 2001 | 01:02 PM
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It is the light and switch on the end of the shifter? I've heard replacing this switch will fix that problem.
 
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Old Apr 13, 2001 | 07:20 PM
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If you can get hold a scanner, you can check the DTC's. My O/D light began flashing on Sunday and my tranny would not shift into 4th gear (OD). I took it to AAMCO on Monday. Their scanner pick-up a 4th gear problem. Had the tranny rebuilt and it runs like a champ - big bucks repair since the tranny is mostly all electronic. Get a scanner - it runs about $165 and will allow you to access the car's computer so you get an idea about what is wrong before you go in for an estimate. AutoXray sells a model that will even provide you English text for the DTC's so you don't have to count those damn blinking lights!
 
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Old Apr 14, 2001 | 05:26 PM
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