Recent content by John Ellerbrock

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    Cupholder fell through console! Weird!!!

    Had the same thing happen. The design / construction is wimpy, I'm surprised this is not a widespread issue. Video are online about how the entire console top lifts off it's retainers so you can access the cupholders. I repaired them, using Gorilla Glue. So far, so good.
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    List of expensive repairs

    40K miles, no problems except for the noisy cam phasers. (Lots of info out there, but research reveals it's noisy, there's no damage to the engine). Still, Ford will replace it under warranty. I chose not, living with the noise rather than a big engine teardown that could lead to other...
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    Do you really need an extended warranty?

    I bought the extended warranty for several reasons, most of which are noted already in this thread (10 speed tranny, 3.5L turbos, etc). But I also keep my cars a looooong time (350K on a 2000 Explorer), so having the extended warranty to cover things that I cannot fix seems like a good...
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    What sort of glue/cement to use....

    Whatever you try, surface prep is key. Clean and abraded for a solid bond.
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    Gas mileage

    2019 4x4 MAX. ECO mode (which must be set at every start, NORMAL is default). 89 octane. Driving conservatively, gentle accelerations, 18-20.
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    I have cam phaser issue :(

    Same question: is this just an annoying rattle or will it become a bigger problem later?
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    Buying a used rental

    I bought a 2019 Expedition through Hertz Rent-to-Buy. Had some exterior dings, but I don't care, and got a good price. The don't provide maintenance records, but claim the Ford maintenance schedule is followed. (Which I believe because it would be a legal liability if they didn't). Didn't...
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    Engine Oil alternativies 2019 Expedition

    Thanks!
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    10 speed missed shift

    My 2019 skips gears routinely on a light foot, presumably an MPG thing. Cold or warm, same thing. On heavy acceleration or sport mode, it doesn't.
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    Engine Oil alternativies 2019 Expedition

    Good day all -- I bought a used 2019 4x4 Expedition from Hertz Rent-to-Buy. 21K miles. While they can't produce maintenance records, they claim to follow all Ford maintenance schedules to the letter. Nonetheless, I'm changing the oil anyway. Questions: 1) Are there Ford sanctioned...
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    2019 Keyless Entry Factory Code

    The price was really good, and took into account the missing fob. I can get a replacement third party for about $150. Thanks all for your thoughts, most appreciated. John
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    2019 Keyless Entry Factory Code

    Unfortunately Hertz only had one key fob. So this procedure will not work.
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    2019 Keyless Entry Factory Code

    Just bought a 2019 from Hertz Rent-to-buy. The keyless entry factory code is not in the glovebox, and Hertz has no record. I see online the code is labeled on anti-theft / wireless entry module (sometimes called the RAP), located somewhere on the vehicle. Anyone know where to find this on a...
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