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  1. JamaicaJoe

    2013 Washer Fluid Pump Replacement

    My 2013 windshield washer suddenly stopped working both front and rear. No indication of low fluid and also no sound of the motor. There does not seem to be a fuse independent of the motor controls. I am assuming the pump is bad and would be first place to troubleshoot. How do I remove the...
  2. JamaicaJoe

    2013 Smart Junction Box and Instrument Cluster Lighting

    My 2013 has an annoying attribute which seems to be "normal" per the owners manual. Unless the parking or head lights are switched on there is no illumination of the instrument cluster and the radio (basic) display is quite dim. This all seems to be opposite of my Generation 1 which would...
  3. JamaicaJoe

    OBDLink MX+ and Apps for 2013 Expy

    I am considering this device and would like some advice if it is worth buying. I have the following uses at the moment. 1) Cylinder Power Balance 2) Customizing vehicle features like instrument cluster backlighting. I want the gauges (and radio display) bright during day without headlights and...
  4. JamaicaJoe

    Instrument Cluster Lamps too dim 2013 XLT

    A very annoying aspect of my new to me 2013 EXPY is the dim instrument cluster and radio display (basic radio). I have to turn the headlights on in order for the red needles on the gauges, Odo , fuel, oil, water, temp, battery etc to even show up. It seems counterintuitive that I must have the...
  5. JamaicaJoe

    Modified Vehicle? Insurance Question

    When I added my new to me 3rd generation Expedition to my insurance policy the question was raised if this was a "modified vehicle". It is not as it is a stock XLT. This does raise the question for me and perhaps many, what the threshold is for a vehicle being considered "modified" and what the...
  6. JamaicaJoe

    2013 Steering Wheel Chuffing, Scraping Noise

    It was pretty cold today for Florida and when I drove off a noise that has been there got worse. It is a chuffing or dragging and scraping noise when turning the steering wheel. It is like right behind the wheel at the column. My 2001 did that and I squirted silicone spray into the space...
  7. JamaicaJoe

    2013 Rear HVAC Blend Door Noise

    New to me 2013 XLT. When test driving the car we noticed a soft banging sound from right rear panel where the rear HVAC system is located. After pointing this out to salesman a tech came out and fiddled and said that the roof mounted vents were closed. Well my wife confessed to closing them, but...
  8. JamaicaJoe

    High Mount Third Brake Light Poor Quality

    Wow I thought Hyundai made terrible brake lamps. Ford has dropped the ball on these. The third light on my 2013 had a lamp out. I bought a couple bulbs to replace one or two . When I disassembled the fixture it was clear that each of the 5 watt bulbs had totally melted the reflector and...
  9. JamaicaJoe

    Spare tire orientation Valve up or down?

    So days after removing/wrestling/reinstalling my spare (2013 Expy) to clean it up and inspect it. I read the owners manual and it says to install it valve stem up. That sucker is heavy and the thought of cranking it down , pulling it out and flipping and cranking up again is not pleasant. I...
  10. JamaicaJoe

    Sync 4.6 Update Question

    So my new to me 2013 Expedition is a bit behind in SYNC version. What features do I miss or are improved if I upgrade? I was told a USB is required from the dealer and there is a charge. Can this be done by my more local non affiliated shop? I have a very basic trim sound system, no display...
  11. JamaicaJoe

    2013 Steering

    I have been driving a 2001 with new Michelin tires and new upper control arms/BJ and lower ball joints and it steers like a sports car. However, my new to me 2013 seems a bit stiff and like I am behind it a bit when driving. Making wider turns... Could it be the Hankook tires? I think they are...
  12. JamaicaJoe

    Jack and Tools What are these and what am I missing? 2013 Expy XLT

    Well I did it. Now own a second Expy. Just brought home a 2013 and in the Jack compartment there are lots of bits and pieces laying loosely about. The first are the triangular pieces of steel on the upper left with some sort of forked edge. These seem to not belong at all. Look like something...
  13. JamaicaJoe

    Third Row Seat Delete/Removal on 2013 or 2014 XLT

    I found a 2013 I am interested in. However I have no need for third row and would like to use the space underneath the floor. Is this possible? Pictures??
  14. JamaicaJoe

    AC plumbing Drawing for 2001 Expedition

    I a have a 2001 Expy with the basic AC controls including rear AC and controls. I am looking for both a physical and schematic representation of all the freon lines. Having part numbers would be nice as well. I am looking to have the system majorly serviced including dryer, orfice tube(s)...
  15. JamaicaJoe

    Looking for Low miles 2013 or 2014 Expedition in Florida

    If you have a 2013 or 2014 Expedition with low miles, in fine shape, please let me know. Service records are a plus. Don't want anything newer, thank you.
  16. JamaicaJoe

    2013 Expedition XLT

    I am looking at a 2013 Expedition XLT from afar. Can anyone tell me what the rear compartment is like? Are third row seats integrated into the floor? I see a floor panel at rear with a latch. Is that use-able storage? A photo of it opened would be nice.
  17. JamaicaJoe

    Leak over drivers side rear window

    With a lot of rain I have a leak over drivers side rear window. It drips onto the panel below the window and originates from the plastic trim that overlaps the head liner. I thought I had this sealed by running sealer along the window. I also found water collecting on the trim at the base of the...
  18. JamaicaJoe

    Checking fan clutch? Theory?

    What method can be used to check the fan clutch? It seems to be spinning fine but my AC sometimes labors and I would like to know how it works and if it works.
  19. JamaicaJoe

    2001 Expy Windshield

    I am in process of getting quotes to repaint my 2001 Expy. I have some concern about rust around the windshield. On place spoke about removal and replace, the second one was not concerned. I suggested removing the weatherstrip above and around the glass. I was told it was attached with the...
  20. JamaicaJoe

    Recommendations of Body shops in Seminole County FL area?

    Body shops in Seminole County FL area? Looking to repaint 2001 Expy in it's OEM paint code JL burgundy paint code. I also need the radiator support replaced. I have the OEM part.
  21. JamaicaJoe

    Dealing with misfires

    My 2001 will misfire if as much as bit of water is sprayed around the engine compartment. Undoubtedly the boots do not seat well in the plug wells. If you get a misfire, or worse, multiple misfires, don't bother trying to run it out as the plugs get fouled with gas and will only get worse...
  22. JamaicaJoe

    Can anyone decode this??

    Decode this? Found on my 2001 Expedition Radiator Support. Discovered it today when inspecting the fascia area. I suppose it is a build tag. Can anyone figure this out? I have JL Paint Code, Not sure what all the other stuff means. Should I rivet it to my new Radiator Support when installed?
  23. JamaicaJoe

    Estimate cost to replace radiator support? $$?? Hours??

    2001 Expedition XLT 4.6L RWD Well I just received an OEM 4L1Z16138BA radiator support. They are getting scarce. Now to find a shop that can install it. I am looking for ballpark estimates before I shop around. Has anyone had this work done? Anyone out there have rate book for replacing this...
  24. JamaicaJoe

    Brake Dust!!!!

    My 2001 has new rotors and pads and within 400 miles, I have nasty brake dust once again on my refurbished OEM rims. Back rims look like new as usual, but the front are looking like they did before I had brakes done and rims replaced. It is an inordinate amount of dust. The car stops and goes...
  25. JamaicaJoe

    2001 2WD Front Wheel Bearings?

    Ok If you follow my other threads, I have new Michelin Defenders, New LBJ's, New UCA's, New Pads and Rotors (front). Some serious money spent at 94K miles. Work done at one of the chain stores. I have not driven many miles but notice a low growling sound that turns on above 30 MPh. Also on...

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