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#1756 of 1827 Re: I think I really did it now..... [shaizma] by gheimur Apr 07, 2008 (12:39 pm)
Replying to: shaizma (Apr 01, 2008 3:15 pm) Unfortunately I think you did, I have read caution about spraying either silicone or any type of stuff. It may effect the oxygen sensors and screw up the mixture where it will cause the car to run foul. This may have caused the catalytic converter to get fouoed up. I think its better to leave a dirty engine
#1757 of 1827 Rear Washer Line Leaking by 01expvl Apr 13, 2008 (1:43 pm)
Hi, does anyone know how the rear washer fluid line is routed on an 01 Exp.? My rear line is leaking and it drains the tank. It appears to be running along the frame. Is this something I can access to repair/replace?   When I fill it the fronts work fine, the rear doesn't squirt, the fluid is dripping under fwd and rear end of the running board.   Your replies are appreciated, Thank you.
#1758 of 1827 Brake lights by elecsteffan Apr 17, 2008 (7:35 pm)
My brake lights don't work on my 1999 Expedition.The fuse and bulbs are good.There is no power at the bulb holder when I step on the pedel.Any ideas? Replies to this message: john22670 (Apr 30, 2008 5:28 am)
#1759 of 1827 air bag shocks by coach23 Apr 28, 2008 (5:55 pm)
How can you tell if the bags are blown or if it is the compresser. I now have a low rider but not by choice.
#1760 of 1827 Re: Brake lights [elecsteffan] by john22670 Apr 30, 2008 (5:28 am)
Replying to: elecsteffan (Apr 17, 2008 7:35 pm) check the switch above the arm of the brake pedal
#1761 of 1827 Re: Spark Plugs [klbyrkit] by paul9250 Apr 30, 2008 (8:18 pm)
Replying to: klbyrkit (Jan 18, 2008 11:15 am) I own a 1997 Expedition that had the #3 cylinder blowout. Ford has an unadmitted problem with the 4.6 and 5.4 liter Triton V8s. 1997 to 2000 are the early model heads that tend to show the problem at higher mileage. The 2001 to 2003 models are the "romeo" heads and have the problem over a wide range of mileage (as early as 40K miles). After 2003 I believe Ford used heads with regular length threads on the spark plugs but you should check with a Ford dealer to make sure that the Triton engine in the model you're considering has long thread plugs and not short thread plugs.   For those who have this problem, Ford dealers charge a wide range of prices to fix it. I've called half a dozen Ford dealers in my area and no two were the same. Prices ranged from $800 to $2000. On the lower end, most of the dealers are using a threaded insert repair. There are many kits on the market specifically designed for Ford Triton V8 spark plug thread repairs. (Just goes to show how common the problem is) Helicoil, KD, Lisle and Timesert all make kits. Ford dealers tend to use the Timesert threaded inserts because of two unique features http://www.timesert.com/html/triton_repair2.html . First, Timeserts have a positive locking shoulder. The bottom threads on the insert also lock in place once the drive tool is used to locate it. Other inserts suffer from backing out or in and blowing out again. Of course, there's no guarantee with the Timesert either and the dealer won't warrant the work. I've heard that one Timesert fix has more than 90K miles on it and its still holding.   I'm an accomplished mechanic so I ordered my own Timesert kit from an Ebay supplier (about $400). If your head is repairable the dealer will typically install the Timesert without removing the heads. If it's not repairable then the dealer will typically recommend a new head (lots of $$). The non-romeo heads generally are repairable. The romeo heads have an additional shoulder that requires a bigger reamer and a shoulder cut. The service tech told me these heads tend to be the ones replaced more often. I'll be tackling the installation on my 97 Expedition this weekend so I'll post a report after I'm done. But, if you're comfortable around and engine bay (and have a step ladder to work on an Expedition) you can probably fix this problem yourself.   One other thing to note is that the coil pack gets damaged when the plug blows outs. Typically, the tap that hold the coil in place breaks off. Since the coil itself still worked fine I epoxied the tab back on the first time this happened and its held just fine. If you're not into this kind of fix you'll have to buy a new coil pack (also expensive from the dealer - near $200)   If you have a mechanic repair your blow out then make sure they use the Timesert inserts for the repair. This will give you the greatest chance at longevity afterwards.
#1762 of 1827 Re: 2001 Exp. EB Side View Mirror Turn Signal Lamp [raderad] by lugster84 May 07, 2008 (7:41 am)
Replying to: raderad (Nov 15, 2004 8:06 am) did you figure out how to replace those bulbs? Both of my bulbs are bad.   Thanks!
#1763 of 1827 Re: Growling During Acceleration [jeffy] by ebandshe May 13, 2008 (6:25 pm)
Replying to: jeffy (Sep 27, 2004 9:39 pm) Hi, Did you ever get the growling noise to go away? We are experiencing the same problem. We look forward to your answer. thanks..... sheila and eben
#1764 of 1827 2000 Expedition fuel problem by deb35 May 23, 2008 (9:52 am)
I have a 2000 Expedition that seems to have fuel problem. Especially when I am driving at higher speeds or going up hill, it acts like it is running out of gas. I put in a bottle of Lucas injector cleaner but the condition seems to be getting worse everytime I try to drive it.   I am wondering if anyone can enlighten me about what I can expect the auto repair shop to charge for this and what is the most likely cause of this condition. The 'check engine soon' light came on and off for a day or so and now it is staying on. A couple of weeks ago I ran it out of gas and this problem started after that, so I am thinking it is a clogged fuel filter or clogged fuel injection system.   The car seems to otherwise be running really good and strong. There are no noises, smells or gauges pointing at anything else suspicious.   Deb Replies to this message: deb35 (May 27, 2008 9:51 am)
#1765 of 1827 Re: 2000 Expedition fuel problem [deb35] by deb35 May 27, 2008 (9:51 am)
Replying to: deb35 (May 23, 2008 9:52 am) I took my Expedition in to the mechanic and he saw that there was a leak in a metal coolant line that seemed to be leaking water on the spark plugs. He changed the spark plugs and welded the metal coolant line and the car is running a whole lot better but not perfectly. It still seems to have a fuel problem. I am not sure if I have two problems, one fuel and one with spark plugs that were corroded, but the problem is a whole lot better, just not completely resolved.

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