What would you do first with a new (to you) expedition?

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TyCop7

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Hey Guys,

I just sold my 2010 Ford Expedition XLT and got a 2017 EL Limited with 127k on it. I know it's higher miles but, with kid #2 on the way and the cost of daycare, it's what we could afford. Anyway this truck has pretty much everything I've ever wanted on it so I'd like to make it last as close to 300k miles as possible!

I purchased it from a very small dealer (think 10 ish cars per year sold) - so basically private party. I know it's been inspected and everything checks out there and I do trust the guy I bought it from. My question is, if this were your truck and you wanted it to last forever, what maintenance items would you get done ASAP (as I have no idea when the last time the transmission fluid, differential fluid, spark plugs, etc were last changed). I'm already planning to put on an oil catch can and new tires as they're only about 50% tread left. (I'll probably go with 275/60r20s instead of the stock 275/55r20s).

Thanks for the help!

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Check the plugs and see if the coolant system has been flushed. I don't like letting antifreeze go passed 100,000 miles, it always gets acidic. A trans flush would be worth while as well. Keep up with maintenance and don't let issues that arise go too long without getting repaired. A weep hole in the intercooler and a catch can would be good if you're planning on having it for a long time.
 

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Nice truck! I would take it to a local Ford dealer, pay them for The Works oil change and tire rotation and see if they will pull a service history for you. Or just stop by the service desk and see if they will do it for you without buying the oil change. I always figure showing them a little love goes a long way. Your experience may vary. Good luck! My 2016 has been super reliable, albeit with only 82K on the clock!
 
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Thanks a lot guys! I'm still getting used to all the "features" this has over my old 2010 xlt.
 

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I would change every fluid in it and have every part possible lubed. Basically leave no stone unturned starting out. Cabin air filter, air filter, oil, trans fluid, diff fluid, coolant, etc. Very proactive - replace fuel filter, change timing belt, water pump, drive belt, check brake pads and rotors, engine mounts, suspension, boots, shocks, etc. If the service history says these are just recently done then no need, but if it doesn't, do it.
 

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I would change every fluid in it and have every part possible lubed. Basically leave no stone unturned starting out. Cabin air filter, air filter, oil, trans fluid, diff fluid, coolant, etc. Very proactive - replace fuel filter, change timing belt, water pump, drive belt, check brake pads and rotors, engine mounts, suspension, boots, shocks, etc. If the service history says these are just recently done then no need, but if it doesn't, do it.


The 2017 Expedition does not have a cabin air filter or an external fuel filter - the fuel filter is part of the fuel pump module inside the fuel tank.

The 3.5 V-6 engine for that model does not have an engine timing belt.
 

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"The 2017 Expedition does not have a cabin air filter" How in the world did they miss that on a model as late as a 2017? It's hilarious that some parts sites list such for the 2017 but no one seems to know exactly where it's located - most likely due to the vehicle never being equipped with one. How strange that is..
 

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"The 2017 Expedition does not have a cabin air filter" How in the world did they miss that on a model as late as a 2017? It's hilarious that some parts sites list such for the 2017 but no one seems to know exactly where it's located - most likely due to the vehicle never being equipped with one. How strange that is..


When I ordered my 2015 Expedition Limited 4x4, my first Ford in almost 50 years of driving, my salesperson told me the vehicle had a HVAC air filter and displayed the individual tire pressures for the tires (like many of my GM vehicles did).

After buying and using the vehicle, I learned the salesperson lied.
 

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It's a shame you don't know the service history, especially on the transmission. But I would take a chance and change the ATF anyway. Oil, coolant, differential fluid change. Plugs and coils. (Use Ford coils and plugs) With new tires,you should be good to go.
 
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