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    My 2008 with 237k problem

    I have noticed similar problems after disconnecting the battery for a project. Hard starting, stalls and rough shifts when first driving the car - I was told the computer needed to reset some inputs and am lucky that the issues went away after a few miles of driving. I hope you have similar...
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    Could use some advice on rear axle and WD hitch

    First- Congrats on your new Expedition MAX. Starting with the correct ball height is useful. If the trailer looks "uphill" to the hitch maybe some more drop in your hitch will help it carry its own weight. I have a Weigh Safe hitch ( Weigh Safe Trailer Hitches - Towing Peace of Mind...
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    Dead at the Dealership Parking Lot

    The seize of the AC Compressor apparently happened while parked. As a result I believe it was the energy of the starter and me trying to start the engine that caused the damage. I can get by without the truck for now and am making arrangement for it to be towed to my home. I am interested in...
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    Dead at the Dealership Parking Lot

    I am disappointed and reminded about why I don't trust the dealership. The invitation to authorize $1,400+ was not a solution but an interim step. I think the tensioner and belt are sub $100 parts and less than an hour of labor. That leaves $1,100+ for an AC compressor. I just rechecked...
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    Dead at the Dealership Parking Lot

    Dealership called before I was able to get back to the truck and explained the following: The belt tensioner was "bent back" and the air-conditioning compressor pulley was damaged which also damaged the belt. To replace those items it would be a minimum of $1,426 and then they would check for...
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    Dead at the Dealership Parking Lot

    Friends- Thanks for this good guidance. I will try your suggestions to spring the good truck this afternoon and report back my success.
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    Dead at the Dealership Parking Lot

    The world's best 2008 Expedition EL (216k miles) that never lets us down was a little hard to start this morning. It started then stumbled and stalled. It immediately restarted and ran fine after that. Funny thing, I stopped at the parts department at the dealership to pick up a new transmission...
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    Coilover shock replacement recommendations please.

    I have an '08 EL so I experiences may be different but I went with the Monroes for the front and I chose the Ranchos from their level up kit. They add 3/4 of an inch in the back and that help offset the squat from my horse trailer. They are adjustable and the mid adjustment seems to work well...
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    Dealer wouldn't rotate my tires!! Faulty lug nuts??

    Yes, I have had corrosion inside the lug nut cause it to plump up and deform. I bought 10 lug nuts and just swap in new ones when neededt brake jobs or tire rotations. I would not hold my breath on the recall... Good Luck, Stephan
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    Where the heck do I get replacement seatbelts?

    I had the 3rd row belts chewed by our Golden Retriever. I removed the belt assemblies and too them to a local auto interior shop. The shop stripped the old belts off and put on new ones - the new webbing is black instead of tan now but I just wanted clean... I think they charged like $25 a belt...
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    Splash Guard Mud Flap

    Hi- I have a 2008 Expedition with the power running boards. I recently installed these https://www.crutchfield.com/p_752MUDFLPF/WeatherTech-Mud-Flaps.html and am very happy with them.
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    Brake upgrade - towing

    I used the Hawk pads and was pleased but didn't see the benefit of what was 1.5-2x price of Power Stop. We use the Expedition for pulling a horse trailer so I like a lot of meat on the brake pads and change them more frequently than required. Stephan
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    Steering wheel emblem replacement

    Has anyone replaced the Ford emblem on the steering wheel? (2008 Expedition EL) Mine is cracking up so I would like to replace it however I want to be careful not to disturb the airbag. Thanks, Stephan
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    And a 1 and a 2 and injecting no more!

    Don't I wish... Checked it out with the ohm meter and the answer was infinite. Popped the new one in and we are back in action. Thank you and the search function. Onward
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    Cold Air Intake?

    I don't know as I have kept the stock intake but I just laughed out loud as the add immediately to the right of your post was Amazon with a selection. Hope this helps...
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    And a 1 and a 2 and injecting no more!

    Hello Friends- My excellent 2008 Expedition EL (185k miles) got the shakes and presented code P0201. Noid light check seems ok: So I swapped the injector with its neighbor and sure enough the code presented P0202. I'm off in the morning for a new injector. Are there any tips/tricks you suggest...
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    CD vs. Native Player vs. CarPlay - Spectrum Analyzer

    Thanks for Sharing this. Very interesting. Were the source files equivalent or might these results reflect a better source file from the CD? - Still D.R.E. - Nice.
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    "Check Brake System" and no codes?

    Local AutoZone used their code reader and found B1342 which I believe indicates a new ABS Module. I read that some people have installed these successfully and others claim that they need to be programmed by the dealership. Does anyone know what indicates if the module needs to be programmed...
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    "Check Brake System" and no codes?

    I do not believe the ScanGauge will pull the extended codes or display the individual wheel data. It looks like this...
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    "Check Brake System" and no codes?

    All- I have a 2008 Expedition EL Limited with 185,--- miles. Yesterday the info system read "Check Brake System" with the Brake and ABS lights on and the stability control light (sliding car symbol) also displayed to the right of the Check Brake System readout. I have a ScanGauge II that I...
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    Refrigerant with "Sealer"?

    Thanks for the help here friends- Success (so far, 2 days and blowing cold) appears to be ours. Just in case there is anyone as dumb as I... If your replacement compressor does not come with studs and just has bolts holding the dust caps in - do not use the bolts to install the AC lines to the...
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    Refrigerant with "Sealer"?

    Thank you gentlemen- It made sense that the sealer would come out with the refrigerant and it would be nasty. It seemed remarkable to me how many of the refrigerants for sale at WalMart included sealer. I think there was only 1 option that did not contain sealer. I am daunted at the prospect...
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    Refrigerant with "Sealer"?

    Thank you - corrected condenser to compressor.
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    Refrigerant with "Sealer"?

    I believe the seals in my compressor are shot (pictures posted at https://www.expeditionforum.com/threads/my-wife-is-hot.40258/) Is there good reason not to try some refrigerant with "sealer"...
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    My Wife is Hot

    ... Because the air conditioning is not working. I ordered a gauge set and was getting ready to post some pressures when i thought I might take a look around first. i noticed some yellow dye around the valves and so I got out my black light. It looks to me like the compressor seals have...

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