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  1. Hamfisted

    Adding a Transmission Cooler to Ford Expedition Timberline (2022-2024) — Experiences, Conversions & Tips

    A deep pan would help by increasing overall fluid capacity too. PML Deep Transmission Pan .
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    5.4L overheating

    How old is your radiator ? If you spray the radiator with a garden hose does it still overheat ? The cooling system will de-gas in normal operation. You should be able to see it circulating through the reservoir if you have the cap off and look in there. If the radiator is more than 10 years...
  3. Hamfisted

    1999 5.4 - first time using smoke machine

    One or more of the exhaust valves is open allowing smoke to pass through the exhaust system, and you have a hole in your muffler .... Shouldn't be leaking from the muffler. If it's not a big hole you can patch it with some JB Weld, or if due to age you just want to replace it... .
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    R1234YF Refrigerant

    I would be shocked if a certified mechanic used 134a in a 1234yf system. Maybe you misunderstood him ? The two gases require different expansion valves and have different pressures and boiling points, and can damage system components.
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    Loose Steering Wheel 2003 EB

    Update. Don't smack the steering shaft with a hammer or you'll knock the shaft out of the bearing and into the housing and have to dig it out. I wish I had a part number for that upper support bearing but I don't. You could mic it out and come up with one I'm sure (36mm OD x 20mm ID x 10mm...
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    Need COP bolts 4.6l

    Those bolts generally aren't cheap anyway. The dealership has 'em or you can find them at any NAPA or in the Dorman section at any Autozone or Advance Auto. Or probably any salvage yard. .
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    1999 5.4 - first time using smoke machine

    It's normal to see smoke coming from the IAC vent, and the EGR vent near the diaphragm . Smoke will also come out of the Evap vent hose that's usually strapped to the fuel fill pipe. Visible from underneath.
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    What did you do to the expy today

    Changed out the entire steering column due to bearing failure in the old one. Once you start seeing little BB's on the floormat and your steering starts binding or slop in the shaft, it's time. The second gens and newer aren't really owner rebuildable, so you have to go hunting for one in good...
  9. Hamfisted

    Mode door actuator

    Yes. It's intact all the way to the firewall grommet right ? You may need to inspect the vent selection control manifold and vacuum lines on it next. It's located at the bottom of the dash in front of the center console. You have to remove the center console to inspect it. Others have reported...
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    Mode door actuator

    The pics of your hot water valve. Why is the vacuum line attached to a pivot pin instead of the air nipple on the front ? I think you've solved your issue with these pics. Your vacuum line goes here ..... That line, if allowed open, will kill your vent control system by itself .... .
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    Upper Control Arm (UCA) upgrade for 2003?

    Yeah, they say there's just a tiny bit of geometry difference starting with the '06 MY and they just won't fit the earlier '03 - '05 Gen2 Expy. Sorry. Good looking UCA though ! LOL
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    Upper Control Arm (UCA) upgrade for 2003?

    If you don't mind spending the money, give these guys a call at JBA. These are made for lifted frontends on the F150, Expedition, or Navigator. Their balljoints offer greater articulation than stock. Talk to them to confirm they'll work for your setup first though. JBA Upper Control Arms for...
  13. Hamfisted

    Mode door actuator

    That's usually caused by a vacuum leak in the supply line. How's the plastic supply line look under the hood at the firewall grommet ? Vacuum line connected to your hot water valve correctly ? .
  14. Hamfisted

    Liftgate Glass won’t open 2005 Expedition Limited

    But you got your tag light replaced right ? The lens is just held in by a phillips screw and it's a regular #194 bulb. With the doors unlocked, does the release button work when you press it? (The one above the tag...). Like you can hear the latch releasing? Or is it completely dead ? The...
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    Help! P0171, making me pull my hair out!

    Smoke test the intake system. That's the best way to find vacuum leaks. With all that you've done, about the only thing left is a crack in the intake manifold on the passenger side. But a smoke test would reveal that. Mechanics Smoke Test Machine on Amazon .
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    Wiring Diagram for 2014 Expy ECU?

    No, they don't include the internals of the ECU. If you're having verifiable failure of the ECU your best bet is to just replace it. 2014 Expedition ECU online .
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    Wiring Diagram for 2014 Expy ECU?

    Best bet is to probably buy one of those Service Manual CD's that are out there on eBay. Ford Expedition Service Manual CD on eBay ( located in UK ) Or if you don't mind paying a bit more, you can get a PDF version to download and have it right away on your computer. Ford Expedition Factory...
  18. Hamfisted

    "Door Ajar" on when doors closed

    Yes, just select the pids for each door and cycle the doors. You'll see Forscan indicate door open or closed.
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    Broken spark plug (2 valve)

    How big is the remnants of the extractor shaft ? Gearwrench sells a extractor socket set that goes down to 1/4" that might bite on it. But honestly, if it's seized up in there bad enough to break an extractor, you're pretty screwed. Gearwrench Extractor Socket Set at Home Depot Gearwrench...
  20. Hamfisted

    03 XLT 4.6 only blowing out of defrost. Can't figure out hoses. PLEASE HELP

    Scoot sometimes you're able to restore the dash vacuum by just sticking the plastic supply line back into the grommet hole. .
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    2015 Catalytic Converter Delete

    People have some success with those O2 sensor extensions added to the rear O2 sensors to defeat the cat efficiency DTC code that will pop up if you remove the cats. As long as the front (upstream) sensors are functioning properly the Expy will run fine. There's a few videos out there on the...
  22. Hamfisted

    Replaced rear temperature blend door actuator and it still doesn’t respond to front or rear control settings

    Does the roof / floor vent selection work in the rear ? ( that's the other actuator on the aux box ...). Gen 2 Expedition Aux HVAC Wiring Diagrams Do you get any voltage or voltage change out of the plug when you select temperatures ? When's the last time the rear actuators worked ? .
  23. Hamfisted

    Transmission coolant lines in 2006 Expy

    A transmission shop should be able to make up some cooling lines for you. .
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    Please help

    So the main fuse doesn't blow until you turn the key to START right ? Here's a link to the service manual. Look at the start system wiring diagram. 2006 Expedition Service Manual Online If you don't know how to work on cars you're probably gonna have to take it to a more reputable shop and...
  25. Hamfisted

    13 years of ownership. Taken out by a Porsche owner

    The Expy doesn't really look that bad, unless the frame's bent. Broken lower control arm and fender, bumper skin, grill insert, easy to replace. Didn't even break that stupid LED light bar. Hood's not even bent. Just a lot of labor involved, which will drive up the shop price. If you can do some...

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