Overdrive is automatically on

2001 FORD EXPLORER
145,000 MILES
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ELLISMUSTANG
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Every time i start my 2001 Explorer Sport, overdrive is automatically on. I have to shut it off manually. Could there be a problem with the wiring. Also, rumor has it that overdrive can improve mpg, is this true?
Jan 30, 2012 at 5:51 PM
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JACOBANDNICKOLAS
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I believe it should come on when you first start the vehicle. Also, yes it will help with MPG.
Jan 30, 2012 at 5:55 PM
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