frans Posted August 11, 2013 Report Share Posted August 11, 2013 The 4WD switch on my 2005 Explorer does nothing when I turn it to 4H or 4L. In addition, I dont get momentary illumination of the 4H or the 4L light after I start the car. I checked the fuses and they seem to be fine. Any suggestions?? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hamiduae Posted August 11, 2013 Report Share Posted August 11, 2013 hey buddy, just a small question for you what's the mileage on your truck? also, how often do you use the 4WD? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
leo Posted August 11, 2013 Report Share Posted August 11, 2013 Hi Frans! My dad's Explorer had the same issue. His shift motor had failed. If your explorer has more than 100,000 miles then it most probably is the motor. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
frans Posted August 11, 2013 Author Report Share Posted August 11, 2013 Well guys .. my car is nearing 80,000 miles soon and i use my 4WD above average since my work place is far off and i take the highway normally ...ummm .. can this be an electrical issue? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ankit Posted August 14, 2013 Report Share Posted August 14, 2013 My boss has an explorer. I have driven it on several occasions. Totally dislike it. There are several better options if you want to have a 4WD. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
apsingh Posted August 14, 2013 Report Share Posted August 14, 2013 Wow its surprising to see people hating ford! Generally 4WD vehicles are not as smooth as they have more gears and mechanical equipment in the drive system, but the Explorer is as smooth as silk. I love Ford!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
frans Posted August 15, 2013 Author Report Share Posted August 15, 2013 Hey guys ... first of all thanks for the input and your feedback ... i took it in today and the dealership said they have to look into the wiring connected to the 4WD option. They said its most definitely a problem with the wiring - motor problem seldom surface with this kind of a problem. Fingers crossed I hope my car is back to normal when I go pick it up tomorrow! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
frans Posted October 6, 2013 Author Report Share Posted October 6, 2013 Hey everyone Will you guys be surprised that there have been no developments on my 4WD ... the problem recurred after I picked my car up in august and I am confused because i dont knw what else could be the problem if it was not the wiring. Last week I had a delegation from China over at the office and the staff took them out to the Al-Hajar mountains for a sightseeing tour. That is where I needed my 4WD but it would just not respond. You are probably aware of the fact that one does not normally need 4WD while driving around the streets of Dubai. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sajeed1 Posted October 7, 2013 Report Share Posted October 7, 2013 The 4WD transfer case encoder or the motor position sensor or the selector switch may fail and then cause the 4WD mechanism to malfunction. The fault code(s) are stored in the transfer case control module. They will help you determine the exact fault causing the message to be displayed. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
frans Posted October 9, 2013 Author Report Share Posted October 9, 2013 Hey guys. I got some bad news. The problem really seems to be worsening now. The vehicle shudders and makes terrible noises. If you play around with the switches the lights start flashing back and forth to different modes. I will have to make an appointment with Al tayer pretty soon. It seems like the truck has a mind of its own at times. God help me. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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