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Overdrive I have a 98 explorer xlt 4x4 w/ auto tranny, it will not shift into overdrive a highway speed, or any speed for that matter. What could be the cause of this. Thank you so much for your help. May God bless all you techs for your service and help...

  • rustydogg Jun 20, 2008

    light is not flashing. just doesn't shift to OD

  • Anonymous Jul 05, 2008

    over drive light blinking. won't shift into overdrive. Is it necessarily that the transmission needs rebuilding or will fluid help?

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If the OD light is flashing, your transmission is bad. Have it rebuilt, because it most likely is the transmission fluid pump. Good luck!

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