Transmission Control Switch (TCS)

1996 Ford Explorer 4D Utility, 4.0 X, 4WD, AutomaticSECTION Transmission Control Switch (TCS)

Switch is mounted on shift lever handle. On/Off operation is displayed by Transmission Control Indicator Light (TCIL). TCIL will flash if EPC circuit is shorted, or monitored sensor or actuator fails. Switch controls operation of 4th gear. Malfunction of switch will cause lack of 4th gear disable function.

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