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    New to me 2004 Expedition maintenance?

    Whtbronco is correct in that you don't have to move or drop the crossmember to drop the trans pan. My difficulty/pain was after removing all but two bolts and draining as much fluid as I could, I would always spill some (on the ground and me) trying to keep it level lowering it to the ground...
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    New to me 2004 Expedition maintenance?

    I agree with what kep5niner recommended. I have a 2004 Exp 5.4 2v 4x4 with 280,450 miles with no major repairs. It has been the best vehicle I've ever owned in regards to least amount of repairs. Just routine maintenance and easy driving. It has been garage kept and I bought it in 2005 with...
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    Rear wiper delete

    My front and rear wipers work but recently they won't spray water on windshields when I press the spray button.
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    To all the Naysayers

    You got a good one there at 300,000 miles. My 2004 XLT has 272,000 with no major repairs and I'm hoping to make it to 300,000. Retired now and don't drive it as much and not out of town anymore.
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    Original brake pads & rotors, @ what mileage did you replace?

    Usually 50,000m for the front and 100,000m for the rear.
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    Can't find Motorcraft MERCON ATF for power steering

    I have been using Mercon V in my 2004 XLT. I do a drain and fill, not a flush. I bought it used in 2005 and have had zero problems with my power steering.
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    Changing forgotten fluids

    When I changed my transfer case fluid, I used Motorcraft Transfer Case Fluid which I purchased at dealership. Still have a couple bottles left over for next time.
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    Tune up or leave alone?

    double post
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    Tune up or leave alone?

    I would like to see them too. Whenever I do get the plugs changed, I will take a photo of them and come back and post them here. It may not be long but right now it's running very smooth and no codes showing any problems. I'll be happy if I can get 300,000 miles out of this vehicle.
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    Tune up or leave alone?

    Yes, hard to believe. No other vehicle I've owned in my life has been this trouble free. Original engine, transmission, water pump, radiator, fuel pump, starter, alternator, power steering pump, and no suspension or drive train work. Probably 75% highway miles before retiring 8 years ago. I...
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    Tune up or leave alone?

    It's your vehicle but if its running very smooth I would leave it alone until it starts idling rough. My 2004 XLT has just over 270,000 miles and I've only had one spark plug and coil pack replaced about 8 years ago and it still idles like new and gets an average of 15 mpg. Other than brakes...
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    10 mpg

    Just to double check your vehicle's mpg, calculate it manually over the next few tank fill-ups. My expedition gets 16 on highway and 14 around town and the vehicle's computer shows average of 15.
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    What do you pay for an oil change?

    DIY for a little over $20. From Walmart a Havoline 6qt. bulk oil in a box and $4 FL820 filter. I save empty kitty litter plastic container for disposal of used oil.
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    100k tuneup time

    Only replaced one plug and coil pack out of the original eight when I got a misfire code. Still running great after 16 years and 268,000 miles.
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    Mercon ATF for power steering?

    Mercon V is what I use in my 2004 XLT. Fortunately no leaks yet but about once every two years I use turkey baster to remove what I can and refill with fresh Mercon V. What you suggest is what I would do as the Lucas can't hurt.
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