Why does my OD light keep flashing on and off?
I’ve seen O/D light trouble codes lead to just a wiring repair or a faulty control module. It doesn’t have to be an internal failure to cause issues – your transmission may be fine, but is getting told to do something stupid by a faulty control module.
Why is the O / D off light blinking on my 80?
I can’t tell you what the cause is but I had the same problem on my 80, it started flashing in 2008 on my way back from Morocco and was flashing for years then suddenly stopped a year ago. The switch on the gear lever worked OK, it switched overdrive in and out as normal.
What does it mean when your overdrive light is blinking?
If your overdrive light is flashing or blinking, you are not going to be able to correct the issue by pushing a button. It means that something is wrong with your car’s transmission – perhaps the range or speed sensors, or the solenoid. If the overdrive light is flashing, you should have a qualified mechanic come inspect your transmission.
Why is the O / D off light blinking on my Land Cruiser?
It sounds as though you have a bad connection at the ‘detector switch’ (wherever that is on an Auto). These things usually work to confirm that the action has been completed – they don’t influence the selector mechanism – which is why it all works normally on the ‘O/D Off’ button. Its just an annoyance (but I’d still hunt it down and sort it ).
Why is the O / D light flashing on and off?
JUst had the automatic transmission flushed and fluid changed and ever since the O/D indicator comes on and will not go off without turning off/on ignition. Transmission runs same as always and O/D engages/disengages as always. Budget lube claims they did nothing that would have caused the problem.
What does it mean when your overdrive light flashes?
It means that something is wrong with your car’s transmission – perhaps the range or speed sensors, or the solenoid. If the overdrive light is flashing, you should have a qualified mechanic come inspect your transmission. When your overdrive light begins to flash,…
How do I Turn Off the overdrive light?
To get the overdrive light to turn off, and use your top gear, you should be able to locate a button on the side of your gearshift that will allow you to change the setting.
Is it safe to drive with the overdrive light on?
Here are some things to know about driving with the overdrive: If the overdrive light comes on and stays on, you have nothing to worry about. All it means is that the overdrive in your car is off. Overdrive improves fuel economy, and makes for less wear and tear on the vehicle when you are driving at highway speeds.
I’ve seen O/D light trouble codes lead to just a wiring repair or a faulty control module. It doesn’t have to be an internal failure to cause issues – your transmission may be fine, but is getting told to do something stupid by a faulty control module.
What does the overdrive light on the dash mean?
The overdrive (O/D) light on your dash can mean two very different things, depending on whether it is lighting up and staying on, or whether it is flashing or blinking. So, how do you know when you can drive safely and when you can’t? Here are some things to know about driving with the overdrive:
What should I do if my overdrive light is flashing?
If the overdrive light is flashing, you should have a qualified mechanic come inspect your transmission. When your overdrive light begins to flash, your car’s computer will store a “trouble code” that will identify the type of malfunction that is causing the problem.