2002 Ford Explorer 4x4 selection control

2002 FORD EXPLORER
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ARLTXISHM
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I have a 2002 Explorer w/ 110,000 miles. I am unable to select between different 4x4 modes (auto,high,low). I am able to see the display of 4x4 low upon start-up, but am unable to select any modes after that and I believe it is running on 2 wheel drive. any ideas?
Aug 16, 2007 at 8:11 AM
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COALKICKIN
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Sounds like a shift motor issue....Fords seem to be famous...I had the same problem with mine (although it is a 1993) Anyway...when you push the button can you hear a "clicking" sound coming from the rear end? Anyway here is a great link...some good reading, and it worked for me. I never got as far as taking the motor apart...I just had to "tap" the shift motor with a rubber mallot, and low and behold, it worked. Must have knocked some of the carbon build up lose. give it a shot
Aug 19, 2007 at 5:36 PM
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