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  1. GaryH2

    DEATC diagnotic?

    I have a 2007 Expy EL 4x4 EB with the DEATC that has the three "zones" (driver, passenger, rear). Is there a diagnostic program built into the control unit? I remember my kiddos 97 Grand Marquis has a basic diagnostic program in the HVAC unit and didn't know it the Expy did as well. I wanted...
  2. GaryH2

    Wrench Code - Winter Blend Gas to Blame?

    So I have had this issue two times recently and I'm curious if anyone else has experienced it or may know what is going on or where to start. I haven't had time to get the codes read but that is on the list for later this week. I'm in Southeast PA so we have the "Winter Blend" gas. Expy sat 8+...
  3. GaryH2

    Window Woes

    I think I know the answer to this but I'm just checking: I'm approaching 200k on my 07 now and the driver side window is very slow, squeaking and stopping at times when going up. It is now even going down slowly and squeaking while doing that too. Ya think I am looking at replacing the window...
  4. GaryH2

    What's that? No SiriusXM sound

    So driving on a road trip on Sunday in my 07 EB EL, I was listening to SiriusXM just fine on my no-nav 6 disc factory radio. Subscribed channels came in as normal. Yesterday (Wednesday) I get in to drive home from VA to PA and no sound from the satellite channels. AM/FM/CD/line in all work ok...
  5. GaryH2

    Battery Hold Down/Tray Replacement

    Has anyone replaced their battery tray (or holddown) in Gen III Expy? I've got an 07 EL and the battery holddown bolt broke when the battery was replaced recently. It doesn't seem like I can get the remains of the bolt out (even after much soaking with penetrating oil). It also doesn't seem like...
  6. GaryH2

    07 5.4 COP recommendations

    So it seems that I have a COP (or several) on their way to check out with an intermittent misfire. At 166k it seems like they have done their duty and are ready to be replaced so does anyone have any recommendations for favorite COP brands? Should I just let my dealer replace it with FoMoCo...
  7. GaryH2

    OLM - Smarter than you think?

    I have my 07 EB EL (pic in signature) with the oil life monitor (OLM). Here's the scenario: I reset my OLM to 100% which usually equates to 5000 miles at oil changes. (Dealers reset to 70% = 3500 miles :nono: ) SO last oil change I reset the OLM. I've put about 300 miles on the Expy and...
  8. GaryH2

    2015 Road Test

    For those that have access or subscription to Car and Driver, they road tested the new Expy with the 3.5L ecoboost. To quote: "Rated at 365 hp and 420 lb-ft of torque, the twin turbo makes mincemeat out of the outgoing models 5.4 liter V8 and its 310 hp and 365 lb-ft of grunt." Peak torque is...
  9. GaryH2

    Gen III Fuel Filter

    Can someone confirm the part number for the Motorcraft fuel filter for the Gen III Expys? My manual says FG986B which is a single inlet and single outlet, not the 2:1 that is actually installed. I think the correct part number is FG1036 based on some websites. The filter that's on there isn't a...
  10. GaryH2

    Waterspot tips?

    Anyone got any tips for getting rid of waterspots? My 07 Expy has waterspots all over the roof and hood. Of course its black so when it gets rained on and then gets sunny, the spots get baked in. Its also an EL so there's a good bit of real estate to cover there. I've tried cleaner wax...
  11. GaryH2

    Interior Cleaning - Textures

    I was giving the 07 EL EB a good cleaning today and I sure wish Ford didn't put so much texture in all of the door panels. I guess the idea was to make it look like something other than plastic (leather? stone? dry skin?) It seems the textured surface really holds the dust and dirt from the...
  12. GaryH2

    Fords at Carlisle?

    Anyone going to the Ford Swap and Show at Carlisle, PA in early June? I'm about 2+/- hours away and will probably make the trek. If you haven't been, there's Blue Ovals as far as the eye can see!:biggrin:
  13. GaryH2

    07 DVD headphones

    Does anyone have a good source of headphones for late model Expys? I have an 07 EL with the wide dvd 2 channel system. The headphones are looking a little worse for wear. At a minimum, I'll need the new foam ear pad thingys. Has anyone found a good aftermarket source other than my local blue...
  14. GaryH2

    Engine cleaning tips

    I have my 07 with 145k on it and I've been thinking I should clean up the engine bay some. Other than protecting the electricals, any suggestions on how and what to use? I was thinking Simple Green, trying to stay away from the harsher cleaners. I'm open to suggestions!
  15. GaryH2

    Gen III transmission leak

    I have an 07 EL EB 4x4 with about 150k miles and I've discovered an issue with my trans. It seems the Expy is a jealous type, because it wets the driveway when I don't drive it regularly. I've found that it leaks about a cup of trans fluid from the electrical connector/plug at about the...
  16. GaryH2

    Accel Super Coil Packs?

    I have an 07 3V 5.4 Expy and I'm debating the Accel Super Coils for replacement of the OEM coil packs. Has anyone done this and did you feel a difference? I have about 50k on the plugs (replaced at about 100k) and I believe the coil packs are original.
  17. GaryH2

    Sunroof seal question

    I was checking on Ebay for a sunroof seal and came across a number of parts. Some were about $100 and some more than twice that for apparently the same part. Am I missing something? Also has anyone replaced the sunroof seal? Is it a difficult project or pull the old one off and install the...
  18. GaryH2

    Another 4x4 Question

    I was thinking about this: How does the interaction between Auto4wd and the stability control/traction control work? Auto4wd needs a little slip to work, but the traction control would cut power if a slip is detected, thus Auto4wd would not engage (in extreme cases). Do you run with the...
  19. GaryH2

    Grinding when turning?

    Got a question for the group. Here's the symptom: It seems I get an intermittent grind (sounds/feels) like rubbing or vibration when turning left. It sounds and feels like its coming from the right side. It will grind for a little bit and then it feels like something releases and it goes...
  20. GaryH2

    Plugged PCV in 08 5.4

    My S-I-L (sister in law) has an 08 Expy "shorty" (non-EL) and seems to have an issue with the PCV clogging up. Recently she got the oil changed at a Quicky Lube place and they told her its got anti-freeze in the oil (never a good thing). Upon further investigation, it seems that its condensation...
  21. GaryH2

    Radiator flexible ducting

    Does your Expy still have the flexible radiator ducting behind the bumper? I noticed that mine was hanging down this morning and that some of the holes for the plastic rivet thingys were torn. It looks like it attaches on the back side of the bumper, behind the license plate; the sides attach to...
  22. GaryH2

    New Rotors and Pads-Squishy no more?

    There's been some posts here about squishy brakes in the Gen III Expys. I can say that so far, I've got an improvement with the new rotors and performance pads on the rear. This weekend I swapped out the rear OEM rotors with Centric vented rotors. Nothing crazy there, not drilled or slots. I...
  23. GaryH2

    Sunroof question

    Quick question - I had to have a new sunroof track put in (don't ask - the old one imploded...not sure how that happened, but anywho....). There's no grease in the glass tracks. Any recommendations or favorite grease to keep it working nice and smooth for another 7 years?
  24. GaryH2

    Sunroof tales of woe

    So I've got the Expy dialed in with my new shocks and i'm planning to get new tires in a month or so .. then the sunroof self-destructs on the way home from VA one day. I got it closed but it was loose and moved about 1/8 to 3/8 of an inch when you puched up on it. Rather than "popping the...
  25. GaryH2

    Coolant Question

    My 07 wants the Ford Gold coolant. Are there any aftermarket coolants that are "universal" or must I make the trip to the dealer? I've heard that mixing up the different coolants can be bad if you run it for a while so I don't want to do that. It seems the days of the green stuff you can...

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