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    06 Expy XLT Noises ..

    Rattles finally fixed !!! Hi All, Finally the dealer fixed the rattling noises. Fix: They removed the top and found that roof racks' screws were loose. Regards - Ziad
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    Got an iphone, need hands free ideas.

    Hi, I have installed Ford's "Mobile Ease" bluetooth ... It works by voice commands like "call", "dial", ... etc. You can switch between public (via speakers) and private (via phone) modes. It has got a phone directory and each entry has several numbers for cellular/home .. etc. When...
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    Car paint: A Classic Question ...

    This is exactly what I do every day, but this time I was collecting some stuff from one shop and the other guy parked his car close to mine and did what I described. It is one of those situations !!! When you manage to keep your car scratch-free for 9 months (since I bought it) then this...
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    Car paint: A Classic Question ...

    A classic question that probably has been answered several times ... Situation: Someone parks his car close to yours and when he opens his door, he hits the sides of your car. Apparently, your car will receive several bruises. Polish will not work nor the "As seen on TV" solutions will...
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    06 Expy floor gets hot ...

    Yes it is stock configuration. Do not know the reason so far. By rear trim, I meant the area that is on top of the rear right wheel. So, my guess is that it is the exhaust, but why? and would Ford answer back saying the truck is designed this way? As a first time Ford owner, I always...
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    06 Expy floor gets hot ...

    I have noticed that the floor gets hot on both short and long trips. The affected spot is between first and second row at the passenger side. I may also imagine it would extend to behind the second row. Also, I noticed that the right rear trim panel also gets hot. Anybody else had this...
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    Headlight Recommendations

    Out of curiosity .. I am not an expert in this, but when the OEM lights are replaced by XENON or any other brighter lights, does the electrical system get affected? Does it need to get fine tuned to be able to support those power-hungry lights?
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    If it for the expedition what would you drive.

    Before I got my car I was considering the Jeep Grand Cherokee ... However, the feature-cost balance was in favor of the Expedition (we are a family of 6). In my opinion, the answer to such questions is "the sky is the limit!" .. technology is getting more advanced and the manufacturers are...
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    Rough Idle 2003 5.4 - Anybody else?

    TLayman, In September 2005 I decided I would need to change my Camry. I ended up with my first Ford ever and I got 06 Expedition XLT Sport 4x4. I wouldn't say I regret my decision. However, now I feel the difference between the two dealerships at all levels (knowledge, customer handling...
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    Front windshield tinting ...

    Just an update ... Hope this is not looked at as some kind of a commercial or product promotion, but this is what happened with me and this is my feedback. It is a long story, but I ended up removing the 3M and fitting the "Solar Gard" with all windows having a 30% "HP Titanium 16" film...
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    06 Expedition rustproofing ...

    Hello, Dealer claims that a 2006 Expedition does not require any rustproofing as it comes already treated against rust right from the factory. Any comments? What is the situation with rustproofing? Regards - Ziad
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    Front windshield tinting ...

    Well ... I live in Abu Dhabi, the capital of United Arab Emirates. Over here we are allowed 30% tinting. Not sure about the front windshield tinting %. What I am talking about is a CLEAR tinting for the whole front windshield. So, it will not affect visibility, but it will reflect most of...
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    Front windshield tinting ...

    When I purchased the truck, the dealer tinted all the windows @ 30% and left the front windshield decision to me. The plan is to tint the whole of the front windshield. What I understand is that these transparent films wouldn't get affected by the sun because they are made specifically for...
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    Front windshield tinting ...

    Summer is approaching and I want to protect the interior of my 2006 Expedition against UV possible damages to the dashboard and the leather seats, as well as reducing inside temperatures. I am planning to have the front windshield tinted by the dealer (they offered me free tinting when I...
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    06 Expy XLT Noises ..

    Many thanks itsmarta, This sounds like a reasonable justification. Did the dealer figure this reason out or did you find it by yourself? How would I make sure that this is what is causing the rattling sound in my car? Also, would it be possible if you show (using a skitch) what did...
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    06 Expy XLT Noises ..

    Thanks toocivil, I think the TSB you've mentioned fixes the door noise. Which TSB is that? My door noises used to happen on the high way, but now they happen 90% of the time even in town. My car is due for periodical maintenance soon and this time I will try again with the dealer. How...
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    06 Expy XLT Noises ..

    Just an observation .. Hope someone has a clue? The noises from the ceiling happens because of vibration that happens only in the morning (when the car is cold) and disappears after my office hours when its is warm. I suspect the suspension or some other mechanical part that causes the...
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    06 Expedition XLT Air conditioner Problem ...

    Hello guys, Just an update on the issue ! The Ford dealer called me saying that the A/C behaves normal. They checked several other similar cars and this is what they found. Also, they claimed that each car has got its own specifications ! (believe that??) Now, as a first-time owner of...
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    06 Expy XLT Noises ..

    Hello everyone, Just an update and an observation ! The dealer did a good job in muting the noises that came from the roof, though they were not eliminated completely. Now, the roof noises happen occasionally, especially in the morning. Will continue with them on this. However, the...
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    06 Expedition XLT Air conditioner Problem ...

    Hi, Did the dealer promise you he'll fix it? I'm asking because you just said that it works the way it does by design. Before buying the car, I asked the dealer here to try that for me, but unfortunately, he did that on a 06 Explorer with a manual A/C and it worked fine. When I found...
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    06 Expedition XLT Air conditioner Problem ...

    I recently bought my first Ford (06 Expedition XLT) and the problem is that whenever I have the A/C on the "Max A/C" setting, I can't control the temperature ... it just blows cold air. Back A/C works fine. Since this is my first Ford, I am not sure if this is normal or not. Tomorrow I am...
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    06 Expy XLT Noises ..

    Thanks for the reply. I did read about the latches and related TSBs. That could be a solution. Today, the noise became more frequent and you are right about the doors as when I focused a bit, I realized that it could be the passenger front door. As for the vents, even when they are closed...
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    06 Expy XLT Noises ..

    Hi All, I am new to this forum. I have been reading about different noises, and thought I would share my "noises" with you because they are driving my crazy. I bought a brand new 2006 Expy XLT Sport last September. The noises come when ever I drive my car on the highway on slightly...

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