How do I fix a flashing 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. If your overdrive light is flashing or blinking, you are not going to be able to correct the issue by pushing a button.
What does it mean when the o d off light is flashing?
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All it means is that the overdrive in your car is off. 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.
What to do if your overdrive light is blinking?
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. If your overdrive light is flashing or blinking, you are not going to be able to correct the issue by pushing a button.
What does flashing OD light on obds mean?
The flashing OD light indicates a tranny problem that should show up with a code reader on the OBDS, try disconnesting the negative battery terminal, leave disconnected for 20 seconds and reconnect. this will reset the computer and possibly eliminate the problem.
Is it safe to drive with the overdrive light on?
Overdrive improves fuel economy, and makes for less wear and tear on the vehicle when you are driving at highway speeds. Having the overdrive off is fine if you are driving in hilly areas, but if you are on the highway, it is best to have it on because you will get better gas mileage.
Why does my OD light keep flashing on and off?
The flashing OD light indicates a tranny problem that should show up with a code reader on the OBDS, try disconnesting the negative battery terminal, leave disconnected for 20 seconds and reconnect. this will reset the computer and possibly eliminate the problem. I’ll give it a shot.