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  1. Don Hall

    How many miles on your 2nd Gen Ford Expedition?

    Thank you for addressing me as 'Mr', but Don is sufficient. And, yes, that is the correct mileage. As posted, the Expedition is used for grocery shopping. My grandkids have used it a few times to move items to and from college. In 2005, a friend of mine was a Ford salesman for the local...
  2. Don Hall

    How many miles on your 2nd Gen Ford Expedition?

    Belt lasted 247K ?.....may be a new track record. My Vettes eat belts at about 36K miles, and the wife's 2006 Mustang GT maintenance manual suggests a belt change between 60K-100K. It is also suggested that belts don't crack anymore, they stretch. We shall see.......
  3. Don Hall

    Alternator Not Charging Battery

    :waytogo:
  4. Don Hall

    Alternator Not Charging Battery

    Most auto repair shops can make and install a new cable, if you can't find a local auto electric shop. A few phone calls may help including AutoZone, etc. You don't need an exact replacement. The only dimension required is one that reaches both terminals. If it is longer, no problem.
  5. Don Hall

    Alternator Not Charging Battery

    If you can't make your own cable, check your local auto electric shop. They can make and install a cable while you wait. May help: https://m.wikihow.com/Make-Battery-Cables
  6. Don Hall

    How many miles on your 2nd Gen Ford Expedition?

    2004 XLS (Flintstone model) - perfect for my use - Costco groceries. 19,200 miles. Bought new in 2005. Fuel gage bellied up, but doesn't matter. Use trip mileage divided by 10 to determine time for fuel. Always keep level at ½ tank....... station fuel tank always shuts off confirming my...
  7. Don Hall

    Alternator voltage too high?

    Have the alternator load tested at AutoZone, etc. (free). May need a new regulator (?).
  8. Don Hall

    Scratch Removal

    If your insurance policy covers vandalism (comprehensive), take the vehicle to a paint shop, and have it repaired professionally.
  9. Don Hall

    Picked up a Northstar X2 Power AGM battery today

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  10. Don Hall

    Running water sound

    If you are accurate about the 'sound' coming from under the dash: From a google search: "Why do I hear water under my dashboard? Sloshing is almost always caused by air in the cooling system, which allows the coolant to drain out of the heater core inside the dashboard when the engine is off...
  11. Don Hall

    In praise of my BFG KO2 tires...

    Are these the new tires? ...... I was looking for the new tire "hair" (spews).
  12. Don Hall

    2016 Expedition Fuel Pressure Driver Module Location ?!?!

    May help (?) F150 may be similar to Expedition.
  13. Don Hall

    How many favorites can I store in my sync 3 navigation?

    Just instructions, no max locations: https://owner.ford.com/support/how-tos/sync/sync-3/navigation/how-to-set-sync-3-favorites-locations.html
  14. Don Hall

    Cruise Will not Work

    You might find some help here (?): https://www.expeditionforum.com/threads/cruise-control-not-working.34946/ and here: https://www.expeditionforum.com/threads/cruise-control-not-working-please-help.23271/
  15. Don Hall

    2003 Expedition Check Charge system still on after new alternator

    Agree with Hamfisted.... alt voltage should be between 13.5 - 14.5. Your reading of 12.4 - 12.6 is batt voltage.
  16. Don Hall

    2003 Headlight replacement options?

    Research these bulbs to see if any fit your needs; https://www.carbibles.com/best-headlight-bulbs/
  17. Don Hall

    Scheduled Maintenance

    What is this "reset the charging system" business after changing the battery? Just remove the cables, and reconnect the cables to the new battery..... that is all I did when I changed mine. No problem. If you want to keep your pre-set radio stations during the battery swap, there is a cheap 9V...
  18. Don Hall

    Scheduled Maintenance

    I find it interesting about the mileage variance of the serpentine belt from vehicle to vehicle (Using the same belt brand). When I was driving much more than now, my Corvette belts lasted about 35K miles before showing signs of ridge cracks. My wife's '04 Mustang GT has about 33K miles, and...
  19. Don Hall

    Scheduled Maintenance

    When you do the coolant change, you might replace the reservoir cap gasket (cheap to buy, or make your own using the old gasket as a template). The gasket is essential to maintaining a 'closed system', and can be comprised (torn/crumpled) when removing the cap to service coolant. A deformed...
  20. Don Hall

    Gas cap won’t click

    MAY HELP (?): https://www.yourmechanic.com/article/how-to-troubleshoot-a-gas-cap-that-won-t-click-by-tim-charlet
  21. Don Hall

    Second Generation '04 Ford Expedition 4x4

    OK, you macho guys with big tires, and high mileage..... this is my '04 XLS (Flintstone Edition) with 19,285 miles. Purchased new and makes a Costco run about once a month. Small tire clearance still provided sufficient room to change oil and filter without jacking.
  22. Don Hall

    Weird Problem with interior dome light

    Must be employed by NASA.....
  23. Don Hall

    Dead battery...2 times...

    Have been using battery tenders for over 30 years on my Corvettes that are driven infrequently. No over charging, no problems at all. A continually charged battery connected to an AUTOMATIC CHARGER will last longer than a battery that is allowed to discharge. As an off-shore commercial...
  24. Don Hall

    Dead battery...2 times...

    Jerry, the battery will still discharge when disconnected. Just not as fast. Humble advice would be to connect a maintainer/tender to the batt instead of a disconnect. About $24:
  25. Don Hall

    First oil change yesterday - no issues

    I have found that an oil filter cap tool (fits over end of end of filter, and driven by a socket wrench) works really well. Access is from bottom of filter. Eliminates any obstruction/interference, can be used with an extension, if needed, even a breaker bar, if necessary. Cost, about $3, at...

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