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+ | * **The 6.0L and 6.4L diesel engines are ticking time bombs of catastrophic failures** | ||
+ | * This is the exception to the line at the beginning of the article saying " | ||
* early ignition coils/packs failure | * early ignition coils/packs failure | ||
* ball joint failure | * ball joint failure | ||
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* HVAC Blower motor problems | * HVAC Blower motor problems | ||
* The blower motor resistor will fail every 3-4 years. Symptom is that the HVAC fan only works on one speed (usually high). | * The blower motor resistor will fail every 3-4 years. Symptom is that the HVAC fan only works on one speed (usually high). | ||
- | * 1997-2008 2-valve Triton engines may experience the | + | * The [[https:// |
+ | * This applies to the 4.6L V-8, 5.4L V-8, and 6.8L V-10 gas engines that were installed in the entire range of Econoline vans from 1997-2008. | ||
* 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:// | * 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. | * 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:// | + | * 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. | + | * 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) | ||
- | * The International VT365 (rebadged as Ford 6.0 L PowerStroke) found in 2003-2010 model year Ford E-Series vans/ | + | * The International VT365 (rebadged as Ford 6.0 L PowerStroke) found in 2004-2010 model year Ford E-Series vans/ |
+ | * The 6.4L Powerstroke was slightly better than the 6.0, [[https:// | ||
+ | * Vehicles using it are considered " | ||
* 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:// |