1997 Ford Explorer O/D light came on - Stays steady flashin

1997 FORD EXPLORER
217,000 MILES • 6 CYL • 4WD • AUTOMATIC
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JIMMIJONES
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v-6 SOHC, XLT After 5-10 miles O/D light comes on and stays flashing throughout whole trip. Pressing the O/D button on shift lever prompts a downshift. I have tried the unhooking the battery "trick" No change in O/D flashing, still does it. Help please.
Nov 30, 2009 at 11:19 PM
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BLUELIGHTNIN6
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this indicates a fault with your transmission. normally something such as a failing shift solenoid or sensor. will need to have reputable tranny shop run diagnostic on it to pinpoint the culprit, otherwise it would be a guessing game on replacing parts.
Dec 1, 2009 at 12:51 AM