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    Is there a difference between an APIM and an FCDIM?

    My Sync 3 died, apparently. Took it to the dealer for diagnosis and they said the FCDIM needs to be replaced. Its my understanding the FCDIM is the panel where the button and knob controls for media and the HVAC system are. They are all functioning. Its the Sync 3 that doesn't work. Is...
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    Recommendation for some Beach tires

    Bone stock 2017 hits the OBX 4x4 every year. Never had a problem. Just air down to ~15psi. If all you're doing is cruising you'll be fine, on either the hard pack or the soft sand. I found that when forced to roll through the moguls on a busy day, driving faster, not slower, improves the...
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    Engine coolant temp #2 showing -40F

    Just noticed that OBDlink is showing the Engine Coolant Sensor 2 temp as -40F. Pretty sure thats not true. The #1 sensor shows 199F. Is sensor 2 used on the Ecoboost?
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    2011 XLT 140k new plugs

    Ditto Trainmaster's comment. I would, however, buy two coils and keep the extra in the truck somewhere just in case.
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    Brake light, ABS light and traction control lights

    I prefer this method to fix most things "electronic" related: Me: "Call me when its done" Ford Service Department: "Ok"
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    AC Smell

    Check your brake pads for binding. Be careful...they get can red hot. Carefully touch the area the lug nuts. It should be cool or slightly warmer than your hand. It should not be hot after normal driving.
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    AC question

    Automotive AC systems are generally designed to lower the ambient air temp (outside) by 30 degrees. So when its 95 outside, you should expect the unit to produce air at 65. Now, if you stay in RECIRC mode, eventually the AC unit will cool the interior of the car, and that cooler air will be...
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    Towing Capacity Help

    If you mean a Weight Distributing Hitch (WDH), yes. The WDH and the towing package give a max tow capacity of 9200#. Otherwise you're at 6200#. Page 28: https://www.fleet.ford.com/content/dam/aem_fleet/en_us/fleet/towing-guides/Ford_Linc_17RVTTowGuide.pdf
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    17 Expi EL code 2112

    Check with the Priests at the Temple of Syrinx
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    How much can I really tow safely

    That 9000# number is only if you use a WDH and have the towing package. That info is in the Ford towing guide. Page 28: https://www.fleet.ford.com/content/dam/aem_fleet/en_us/fleet/towing-guides/Ford_Linc_17RVTTowGuide.pdf
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    2017 Expedition Rear Suspension Upgrade?

    600 pounds on the hitch shouldn't cause the truck to squat 'terribly'. Have you weighed the tongue? Is it 10-15% of trailer weight? What is your cargo weight (in the truck at or behind the rear axle....this gets 'added' to the tongue weight)?
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    2012 Rear Window Leak

    This is for door seals, but the principal is the same
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    2017 Expedition Rear Suspension Upgrade?

    When the trailer is sitting level (not hitched to the truck), what is the height difference between the top of the receiver and the trailer hitch?
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    2012 Rear Window Leak

    You can try the surgical tubing fix.
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    Coolant leak on 2016

    I know what you're talking about. You just have a 'reservoir' cap. I forgot about those. I have a reservoir (vented) and a radiator cap (pressure containing) EDIT: Ok, I was thinking about my 2008 Mounty. Never mind.
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