2004 Ford Escape Overdrive Switch on Gearshift Does Not Work.

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Asked by banedc Jul 20, 2015 at 10:27 PM about the 2004 Ford Escape Limited FWD

Question type: Maintenance & Repair

When put in drive, my escape will shift up into overdrive fine.  If I try to shift down using the button on the end of the shifter, it does nothing.  I know the dash light is ok because it lights when starting the engine.  I just cannot shift down on the road using the button.  Any clues??  (Fuses are ok.)

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I know what the button is for. Maybe I stated it wrong. My problem is the button is not working. When I push it, nothing happens, the "OD/OFF" light does not come on, and it does not lock out 4th gear. I need to know how to troubleshoot this problem. Thanks.

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Maybe the Overdrive Drive switch in the handle has a loose or unconnected wire. Switches do not work if the wires are not attached to the switch.

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