The O/D off light flashing indicates that the powertrain control module has detected a malfunction - have the Explorer scanned for trouble codes in order to diagnose and repair the problem
od light flashing on 1997 mercury montoneer
a malfuntion has been detected
The light is flashing because there is a problem. The problem will need to be diagnosed and repaired to stop the flashing.
A malfunction has been detected
A flashing red traffic light is used the same way as a stop sign. You treat a flashing red traffic light the same way you do as a stop sign. If the traffic light is "blacked-out", it's to be treated as an all-way stop. What I do when I come up to a flashing red traffic light, I look at the cross-traffic signals to see if they're also flashing red, or if they're flashing yellow to see if they stop or if they don't stop.
A flashing overdrive light usually means there is a fault with the torque converter system.
Yes, you are required to stop at an intersection with a yellow flashing light if there are other vehicles or pedestrians present.
Vehicles approaching a school bus with its yellow lights flashing must stop.
OD stands for Over Drive and it just means that your car is adjusting its actions to save money and gas.
When you see a flashing yellow light, proceed with caution instead of stopping.
Flashing amber light means slow down, watch for potential dangers. Flashing red means stop; proceed if and when it is safe.
You didn't state the make, model, or year of the car. On most newer model cars the transmission is computer controlled. A flashing OD light means there is a problem. Take the car to the dealer or to a good independent transmission shop. Avoid chain transmission shops.