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Posted on Feb 13, 2010

I have just replace an engine in a 1997 explorer 4.0 vin e with a 1999 motor from an explorer. the key will not start the vehicle although I can jump the relay and it starts runs fine. Also the OD off light is flashing and the 4wd light flash on occasion.

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I would love an answer to this question myself because i am having the same identical problem with my explorer! i just had the motor replaced in my 97 explorer with one from a 2000 explorer and my OD light stays on and 4wd lights blink every couple minutes! also the explorer is stuck in 3rd gear! if i manually shift down into second it will go but thats it?????

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