1999 Ford Explorer 4X4 high and 4X4 low light

1999 FORD EXPLORER
108,450 MILES • 6 CYL • 4WD • AUTOMATIC
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FRANNE13
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my 4X4 high and my 4x4 low light comes on at the same time and flashes maybe 3 or 4 times and stops then does it again about 5 minutes later and repeats every five minutes. Whats the problem?
Jul 20, 2009 at 7:45 PM
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JACOBANDNICKOLAS
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It sounds like there is a short in the wiring. Have you had the computer scanned to see if there are any codes stored? Also, check where the wiring harness attaches to the actuator to make sure it is clean, tight, and not damaged.

Let me know what you find.

Joe
Jul 21, 2009 at 11:02 PM
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FRANNE13
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Would this be the problem if the rest of the gauges in the instument panel are working?
Jul 22, 2009 at 4:33 PM
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JACOBANDNICKOLAS
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No, the other gauges may be working fine. The wiring I'm refering to is on the actual transfer case. There is a wiring harness to the 4wd actuator.

Let me know what you find.

Joe
Jul 22, 2009 at 10:15 PM
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