nhoeven
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- Year, Model & Trim Level
- 1997 Ford Explorer XLT
Hello, ExplorerForum, looking for some help dealing with my 4wd in my '97 Explorer XLT.
When I have my 4x4 switch set to AUTO, it acts as if I am in 4HI, I can tell this by the binding I get when taking sharp turns. This is obviously not right, because I am in the AUTO mode on completely dry concrete.
The 4HI and 4LO dash lights blink 6 times every minute or so, as well.
I was able to get it out of 4HI by unplugging the big plug by the transfer case, which I think goes into the transfer case motor. I have left it unplugged for about the past week so I can drive to work and such without it binding in turns, but I am looking for a more permanent fix. I would like for it to get back to normal so AUTO and 4HI work properly again.
Not sure if it is a bad transfer motor, or some sensor, because, again, when I unplug it, it goes back to not binding up in turns. Would a simple brown wire mod fix this issue, and then the brown wire mod switch just be my new 2wd/4HI selector, or what? Please help.
When I have my 4x4 switch set to AUTO, it acts as if I am in 4HI, I can tell this by the binding I get when taking sharp turns. This is obviously not right, because I am in the AUTO mode on completely dry concrete.
The 4HI and 4LO dash lights blink 6 times every minute or so, as well.
I was able to get it out of 4HI by unplugging the big plug by the transfer case, which I think goes into the transfer case motor. I have left it unplugged for about the past week so I can drive to work and such without it binding in turns, but I am looking for a more permanent fix. I would like for it to get back to normal so AUTO and 4HI work properly again.
Not sure if it is a bad transfer motor, or some sensor, because, again, when I unplug it, it goes back to not binding up in turns. Would a simple brown wire mod fix this issue, and then the brown wire mod switch just be my new 2wd/4HI selector, or what? Please help.