Odometer problems

[JD Davis]

Hello!

I am a new member, recently purchased '96 Explorer XLT (private sale) and have browsed many of the posts. I wonder if anyone has experienced odometer problems. I have a Chilton's, and the pictures and information are limited. I've "snapped" the button, and checked for fuses, but no luck. Any suggestions? JD

 

[m4dc0w]

What's the exact problem?

SPeed differences, needles not working? etc..

 

[ThePhoenix]

my 96 had similar problem. I rest the trip, and both odometer and trip just stopped....I spoke with someone who said its a little plastic gear on the back of the cluster that either falls out or snaps..and you can either do it yourself or send it somewhere for like $100 they can fix it

 

[travelinman1962]

or...........

I just had that problem and as it turned out the rear bearing on the transfer case was loose and leaking so that i had to rebuild the transfer case and it fixed the problem. I would grab the rear output shaft at the transfer case and see if you can move it up and down and/or side to side. If it moves then the bearing is probably bad. Also leaking from the seal is a good indication along with it moving. I would replace the plastic gear teeth first just to be sure. It will cost around 5 dollars and you may have to order it from the dealership. The vehicle speed sensor may be bad too. ( around 30 to 40 dollars).
By the way, My speedo was moving in a jerky way upon acceleration and would drop to zero when i let off the gas . Hope this helps.