10.0
really awfulTypical Repair Cost:
no data
Average Mileage:
49,000 miles
Total Complaints:
2 complaints
Most common solutions:
- not sure (1 reports)
- replace the 4x4 modulator located behind the glove box (1 reports)
drivetrain problem
Helpful Websites About 2002 Ford Explorer auto 4x4 engages for no reason
2006May 26
(reported on)Explorer
- 28,000 miles
I own a 2002 explorer. I am having problems with the auto 4 X 4 switching into 4 wheel drive for no reason. Most of the time it's when going from park to reverse. The 4x4 light flashes and when backing out of the drive it bucks and jerks. It does this every few minutes (flashing lights). An easy fix is to just never use reverse on your truck :) I see all kinds of problems relating to this in different explorer forums. Yes, there is a 4X4 modulator or something behind the glovebox that is the culprit in most instances.
Just to let everyone know, the dealership charges around $90.00 to put your explorer on the computer to find out whats wrong. It sounds like alot of the time it does not even show a code so you just wasted your money. Of course checking into the cost of this its gonna be around $300 dollars for the part.
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A D V E R T I S E M E N T S
2008Oct 01
Explorer XLT V8
My 4 wheel drive kicks in and out while driving down the road constantly. when i need it it wont kick in i had it fixed to find out the it isn't the only problem ! this truck has been a nightmare from day one
Jennifer D.
Batavia, New York, USA
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