A malfunction has been detected - get it checked out
The overdrive light will be off when the overdrive switch is pushed in. If the light flashes then that's a trouble shooting code.
When the overdrive off light flashes it means the powertrain control module has "received" information of a transmission problem. Take it in to the dealer or other transmission repair professional, continuing to drive with the O/D OFF light flashing can result in damage to the transmission.
Even after pushing the overdrive cancel button again ? to allow the overdrive feature On my Ford Explorer with the column shift automatic , the overdrive switch is on the end of the gear selector lever
I had the same problem with my 1995 explorer xls. And everyone told me I needed a new transmission. I got on the Internet and found a solution. When Your overdrive light flashes. You need to see if your tranny has a place on the outside to adjust the bands on the inside. This helped mine no more problems. Hope this helps.
There may be a reason why a Ford Expedition's overdrive light is flashing. Check the manual to see if there is a reason. If not, take your Ford to a mechanic.
When the overdrive light blinks that means a malfunction has been detected - get it checked out
A flashing overdrive light usually means there is a fault with the torque converter system.
Normally the overdrive is allowed , so the overdrive OFF light does not light up When the overdrive is switched off , the overdrive OFF light will light up to let you know that the overdrive has been switched off
When the overdrive off light is blinking that means a malfunction has been detected
On a 1995 Ford Explorer : Overdrive is the normally allowed position If you don't want the transmission to use overdrive ( such as when towing something , or if you are driving in hilly country where you notice the transmission is constantly shifting from overdrive to drive ) push the button on the end of your gear shift lever and the ( O/D OFF light should be lit up in your dash )
A malfunction has been detected
When the overdrive off light flashes a malfunction has been detected in the operation of the automatic transmission code P0745 - pressure control solenoid " A " malfunction