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    2004 5.4 xlt a/c charging

    I've made a few half a@$ed attempts at charging my system. I have manual controls and can't get the a/c pump to kick on to pull the refrigeratant in. Is there a way to jump the pressure switch to engage the pump? I can't get the ac button to light up on my dash. Will it light up with low...
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    2004 Expedition 5.4 Bell housing knock

    It was The flex plate. Cracked 90% of the way around the center. Thanks!
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    2004 Expedition 5.4 Bell housing knock

    I have a 2004 expedition 5.4 with a strong knock coming from the bell housing. Only Knocked in park at first and rarely. Now today it's even knocking as I come to a stop. Cracked fly wheel? Or pump itself? Thanks in advance.
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    High mileage, lots of rust but runs like new. What to do?

    I just bought a 2000 Expedition XLT 4.6 4x4 from my brother (I know... Mistake #1: buying and selling cars amoung family. Especially since I've seen how hard he was on it.). At first glance it's a pretty nice truck. But look a little closer and you notice the rust in most the common problem...
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    What brand/type of gear oil is recommended for high mileage expy?

    Just bought a 2000 Expedition XLT 4.6 4x4 with 200,000+ miles. Truck runs and drives like it has half of that. I am not sure of previous service records and I want to change gear oil in both differentials as well as in transfer case. What brand and type should I buy? Also, is there anything...
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