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* ball joint failure | * ball joint failure | ||
* leaking cylinder head gasket | * leaking cylinder head gasket | ||
- | * 1997-2008 2-valve Triton engines may experience the spark plug ejection issue((http:// | + | |
- | * 2004-2011 3-val 5.4 Tritons with Variable Valve Timing can have timing chain, tensioner, or cam phaser issues -- listen for noises at startup.((https:// | + | * The blower motor resistor will fail every 3-4 years. Symptom is that the HVAC fan only works on one speed (usually high). |
- | * 2004-2007 3-valve 4.6L, 5.4L and 6.8L can experience spark plug breakage or head damage during removal.((http:// | + | |
- | * 5.4 Tritons can experience oil pan gasket leaks. | + | * This applies to the 4.6L V-8, 5.4L V-8, and 6.8L V-10. |
+ | * 2004-2011 3-val 5.4 Tritons with Variable Valve Timing can have timing chain, tensioner, or cam phaser issues -- listen for noises at startup.((https:// | ||
+ | * Note that the 3-Valve engine was only ever installed in the Pickup Trucks, and was never installed in the Econoline Vans. All van engines are 2-valve. | ||
+ | * 2004-2007 3-valve 4.6L, 5.4L and 6.8L can experience spark plug breakage or head damage during removal.((http:// | ||
+ | * While these 3-valve engines were never installed in the vans, similar problems are reported on the 2-valve and the recommended change procedure still applies | ||
+ | * 5.4 Tritons can experience oil pan gasket leaks. | ||
+ | * 4R70E 4-spd transmission (found behind the 4.6L V-8 gas engine from 2002-2005) | ||
+ | * While it's reliable enough in light duty usage, the transmission is generally " | ||
* 2005 – 2006 E-150 w/ | * 2005 – 2006 E-150 w/ | ||
* sticking solenoid regulator on 4R100((4spd auto in heavy duty 1997–2004 models)) Transmission (P0715, P0716 & P0717) | * sticking solenoid regulator on 4R100((4spd auto in heavy duty 1997–2004 models)) Transmission (P0715, P0716 & P0717) | ||
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* 1996-2001 2v Tritons may have a nylon intake manifold that can crack and leak.((https:// | * 1996-2001 2v Tritons may have a nylon intake manifold that can crack and leak.((https:// | ||
* 2011 - 2013 5.4L 2V and 6.8L 2V Engine – Excessive Engine Oil Consumption (valve seals)((https:// | * 2011 - 2013 5.4L 2V and 6.8L 2V Engine – Excessive Engine Oil Consumption (valve seals)((https:// | ||
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+ | The 6.0L and 6.4L diesel engines are ticking time bombs of catastrophic failures. These engines should be avoided at all costs, no matter how inexpensive the van is. $5,000+ repair bills are to be expected especially on vans that spent a lot of time idling (ambulances), | ||
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+ | The 4R70E 4-spd transmission (found behind the 4.6L V-8 gas engine from 2002-2005) is weak. They' | ||
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+ | The E-150 vans were very under-built for their weight spec, and eat brake and suspension components regularly. The E-250 and E-350 vans are much tougher, and are generally recommended if you're doing all but the most minimal metal-tent usage. | ||
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+ | The blower motor controller (for the interior HVAC system) will fail every few years. The replacement part costs $75 and takes 45 minutes to install. | ||
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+ | The vans are prone to rust, especially if used in colder climates with salted roads. It is highly recommended to seek vans from southwestern/ | ||
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+ | The modern gas engines (4.6L V-8, 5.3L V-8, and 6.8L V-10) had very weak spark plug threads and were extremely easy to strip out. And because they couldn' | ||
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