2002 Ford Explorer Sport Owner Guide 6th Printing - Page 205

Driving Using the Control Trac system Shifting between 4x4 Auto and 4x4 High When you press the 4x4 High button, the indicator light will illuminate in the instrument cluster. When you press the 4x4 Auto button, the indicator light will turn off. Either shift can be done at a stop or while driving at any speed. 4X4 Auto 4X4 High 4X4 Low Shifting from 4x4 Auto or 4x4 High to 4x4 Low 1. Bring the vehicle to a stop. 2. Depress the brake. 3. Place the gearshift in N (Neutral) (automatic transmission) or depress the clutch (manual transmission). 4. Press the 4x4 Low button. When engaged the 4x4 Low instrument cluster light and the 4x4 Low button will illuminate. 4X4 Auto 4X4 High 4X4 Low The 4X4 LOW button will flash if: 1. The system is waiting for driver input (brake and/or neutral gear). OR 2. There is a 4X4 low shift in progress. If the driver inputs are not engaged, the button selection will time-out and the 4X4 system will remain in its current mode. 205