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--- rv:van_issues [2024/09/10 12:19]
princess_fluffypants [Ford E-Series]
+++ rv:van_issues [2025/03/28 17:13] (current)
frater_secessus [RAM Promaster] grounding strap
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     * //Note:// The E-250 and E-350 vans use much stronger suspension components, and do not experience this problem (at least, not in an endemic way and no more than any other van)
   * HVAC Blower motor problems
-    * The blower motor resistor can fail every 3-4 years. Symptom is that the HVAC fan only works on one speed (usually high).  Replacing it is cheap and [[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HzQllt2MAwQ|takes ~45 minutes]].
+    * The blower motor resistor can fail as often as every 3-4 years. Symptom is that the HVAC fan only works on one speed (usually high).  Replacing it is cheap and [[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HzQllt2MAwQ|takes ~45 minutes]].
   * [[https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ford_Modular_engine#Spark_plug_issues|The spark plug ejection issue]]((http://www.fordproblems.com/spark-plug-ejection/))
     * This applies to all of the gas engines that were installed in the entire range of Econoline vans from 1997-2008.
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 Learn more about this vehicle on [[https://www.promasterforum.com/|the Promaster forum]] or the [[rv:ram_promaster|Promaster article]].
-  * short headlight life (low beam).  TSB 08-106-17 says to replace with [[https://amzn.to/2Rp4pys|L0000H7SLL Super Long Life headlamp bulbs]]  Also see [[https://www.promasterforum.com/threads/headlamp-adjustment.55922/post-663353|this comment]] about proper alignment in the sockets.  Turning headlights off in daylight rather than using them as DRL often can extend bulb life to years.
+  * short headlight life (low beam).  TSB 08-106-17 says to replace with [[https://amzn.to/2Rp4pys|L0000H7SLL Super Long Life headlamp bulbs]]  Also see [[https://www.promasterforum.com/threads/headlamp-adjustment.55922/post-663353|this comment]] about proper alignment in the sockets.  Turning headlights off in daylight rather than using them as DRL often can extend bulb life to years. See note on ground strap below.
+  * faulty ground strap connection can cause slow cranking and other symptoms.  [[https://youtu.be/VKy4N-yU2F0?si=zzlWxazaSp2l0aIl&t=70|According to Promasters Only]] access for removal and cleaning is easiest with the driver's side headlight out.  So next time that bulb goes out it might be a good time to check/clean the strap.
   * Pentastar tick [[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_8KwKWJamp0|due to failed rocker bearings]];  replacing them too late can cause damage to the cam.
   * use of non-[[https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mopar_Automatic_Transmission_Fluid#1998_-_ATF+4_type_MS-9602_fluid|spec]] transmission fluid can cause failure, with Dexron II being the worst offender.((https://www.allpar.com/mopar/transmissions/fluids.html))

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