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    Key Fob Programming? DIY or Dealership?

    The backup slot is under the rubber insert in the front cup holder. I t has two functions that I am aware of. You can use it to program a spare key if you have two existing keys and if your key fob is dead and will not communicate with the vehicle you can drop it into the backup slot and the...
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    Adding Ford trailer brake controller

    So I finally installed my $36 dollar switch this morning and every thing works fine including drive modes. I need to modify a line in my previous post since part of the directions were missing. I believe all the 2018+ Expeditions use a 6 that needs to be changed to E.
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    Tire Rotation

    Most tire stores should reset the sensor system when rotating tires. If not you can do it yourself, but it will require a TPMS reset tool. Fortunately they are relatively inexpensive. Make sure you are patient and follow the directions...
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    Anybody Have a source For Bilstein 5100s in Stock?

    Amazon says they have two rears in stock and can ship the fronts in 6-10 days. https://www.amazon.com/s?k=24-285056&ref=nb_sb_noss
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    Dealership saying needing serpentine belt replaced

    Nothing wrong with that belt. You can tell by the fussiness of the material on the rib side that it is a EPDM belt. Eventually thousands of miles from now the side of the ribs will start to polish and wear. At that point it will be time to replace it and relegate it as your spare. They even have...
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    Dealership saying needing serpentine belt replaced

    The serpentine belt is made from EPDM, unlike the older neoprene belts it is not likely to crack in the vehicles lifetime. It will wear and may eventually fray. The tech telling you it is cracked is the first indication that you need to find a better shop.
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    Why does my B&O Sound System sound like a$$?

    Haven't delved into the stereo yet, but I am wondering if the aluminum body panels are effecting the harmonics. It may be as simple as putting a insulated bowl behind the speakers to isolate them.
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    Adding Ford trailer brake controller

    There are two lines to activate. Trailer Brake Controller - Activate (if installing a factory brake controller) IPC 720-07-01 xxxx x8xx xxxx Change to 8 to Activate factory brake controller Trailer Brake Controller - Gain Activate (if installing a factory brake controller) IPC 720-04-01 xx4x...
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    Adding Ford trailer brake controller

    Who do you think makes the Ford OEM switch. The under dash module is the controller, The switch is just a couple of momentary push buttons and a sliding potentiometer. They are even cheaper on Amazon now, $42 with a 5% off coupon and free shipping.
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    Changed LED headlight bulbs and added Sequential LED Light Strip

    Low beams on these models are projectors with a cutoff, so LED's work great. High beams are what they are, I am just surprised that the H9/H11's that he got were a low lumen number. There are brighter LED's available for the high beams.
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    New Tires - 2018 Platinum

    I would find a shop that uses a patch/plug. It is a patch that has a plug in the center. the plug is pulled through and pulls the patch down. From the inside it looks patched and from the outside it will look plugged. The plug portion is rubber and will seal the hole to prevent water from...
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    Clearcoat blistering off nickel wheels

    Since the paint and clear coat used today is water based it is more prone to chemical attack. Harsh cleaners (ammonia based for example) and other chemicals like brake fluid and brake or carburetor cleaner will cause problems with these finishes. You need to be careful with what you use to clean...
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    Help Lost key fob while driving

    The part about buying a key or programming a new key? If it is the programming then yes you can. The directions are in the Security section on page 81-83 of the 2019 owners manual. It includes both types of keys.
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    Alarm goes off for no reason, anyone else see this?

    One item that will set an alarm on a microphone equipped vehicle is a plastic water bottle. A temperature change will cause them to crackle which is real close to the frequency of breaking glass.
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    Help Lost key fob while driving

    There are blind spots in the vehicle where it will bring up a "No Key Detected", this may be more apt to happen with a low battery. I always suggest buying a spare key while you have both originals. By doing so you can buy a key online cheaper than the dealer and program a new key yourself. If...
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    Changed my daily driver, What is your daily?

    The wife uses the Expedition as her daily driver when she want's to go anywhere. I am stuck with my beater 99 BMW 540 unless I need to go to Austin, then it is a 06 F350 CC DRW diesel.
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    Bad tail light housing

    OK, pictures. Remove the cover(easier to pull out from the bottom), undo the two nuts, pull the assembly backwards, and disconnect the harness. The circled area is where the green paper seal was on mine, not completely covering the hole. I sealed the hole with clear silicone. I drilled a...
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    Adding Ford trailer brake controller

    Shouldn't need the fuse. The switch and programming should be all you need since the brake controller module is already installed.
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    Bad tail light housing

    The left one on ours was prone to moisture and even standing water inside. When removing them I noticed a green decal like seal on the top of each. The one with the issues had the seal offset from the hole. I remove the seal and fill the hole with clear silicone and resolved the issue.
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    Bilstein 5100 Lift Install

    Have you tried AutoAnything.
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    Bilstein 5100 Lift Install

    That's the code for haven't driven it far enough yet to determine ride quality, and it may be a while since it is the wife's. I also used the stock ride height for the same reason. I had considered raising the front a 1/2" and may do so eventually. At least they will be easy to remove now since...
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    Bilstein 5100 Lift Install

    Just took it around the neighborhood. Feels firm and planted though.
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    Bilstein 5100 Lift Install

    Installed mine today, fronts are a real PITA to figure out how to remove them without removing the lower control arm since the bottom mount bolts are pressed in. Had to compress the springs to remove them. Backs are easy.
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    Bilstein 5100 Lift Install

    Ordered mine Monday from Tirerack. Fronts will be here tomorrow and the rears Friday. Will be installing them Monday. Of course mine is a 2WD.
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    Adding Ford trailer brake controller

    The 2018's have the brake control module and wiring already installed. They only need the switch which is about $86 from White Auto Nation. Then once installed it will have to be turned on via programming either by the dealer or ForScan. You can check to see if yours has the BCM by looking up...

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