why does the radio stop when i put my 2002 Ford Explorer in reverse?

Question

Recently everytime when i start my explorer and try and back out of the driveway the radio/cd stops working. Is this normal? It did not do that when i purchased. Does it have anything to do with the O2 sensor or the ERG?

Answer 1

LOL seek some one who does exorcism's, your fords possessed.

really it has nothing to do with the egr or O2 sensor.

maybe a paranormal safety feature ?
pay attention backing up ?

Answer 2

attempt leaping it again. Wiggle all (4) the clamps till you note them scratch the terminal. go away them for 10+ minutes. might want to pick to rev up the motor vehicle doing the charging (1500-2000rpm). Take it someplace and performance the battery checked. If it nevertheless purely clicks, yet doesn't turn, attempt hitting the aspect of the starter (larger metallic cylinder section) with a hammer even as someone tries to initiate it.

Answer 3

i own a repair shop,and it has a bad ground on it,,when you put it in reverse it raises a different side of the motor up,and looses ground on it ,i had an explorer that done this and a dealer couldn't even find the problem with it,i found it in about a minute ,,but that's whats wrong with it,,good luck with it,i hope this help,s.,,,PS believe me it doesn't have anything to do with the 0-2 sensor,,or the egr valve.

Answer 4

2002 Ford Explorers will only back up if the radio is turned off or music is playing backwards.

Next question. :)

Answer 5

you could look in your owners manual. but thats kinda funny. what it might be is a safety measure so that you dont
a) accidentaly put it in reverse
b) get too distracted with the radio when backing

Answer 6

Sounds like it would be the mlp sensor. (It's the neutral switch on the transmission)

Answer 7

take it back to the dealer there must be a wire problem