On a 1997 Ford Explorer 4x4 : The transfer case is bolted to the rear of the transmission underneath the vehicle
where is the 4x4 fuse located in a 2002 ford explorer.
In a 1997 Ford Explorer : Control Trac is Fords name for the 4x4 system , with the 2 speed transfer case ( it has a LOW RANGE that can be used off-road )
On the 4x4 equipped , 6 cylinder , 1997 Ford Explorer , it is a dial type switch located in the center stack of the dash just to the left of the radio
Might be a 4x4 cable on front axle. Disconnect it from the actuator or where it runs to underneath the battery. Once the cable is unhooked, it can not be in 4x4.
I would assume the 1997 Ford Explorer is heavier than the 1998 Ford Crown Victoria ( especially if the Explorer is 4X4 or AWD or has the 5.0 liter V8 )
I would suggest the Ford web site.
The 4.0 liter single over head cam ( SOHC ) V6 with the Control Trac 4x4 system
how does 4x4 auto work
where is the cam shaft position sensor on a 98 ford explorer 4x4 4.0 sohc 4x4
If this is an automatic transmission ( no ) * starting with the 1995 model of Ford Explorer the automatic transmission was electronically controlled
the 4x4 might not be engaged right