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frater_secessus [Ford Transit] 		rv:van_issues [2021/07/04 12:10]
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   * The International VT365 (rebadged as Ford 6.0 L PowerStroke) found in 2003-2010 model year Ford E-Series vans/chassis was problematic.(("has the reputation as being the worst diesel engine ever put into a pickup truck". https://www.reddit.com/r/vandwellers/comments/f0jzbt/is_it_a_bad_idea_to_get_a_diesel_van/fgweslt/))   * The International VT365 (rebadged as Ford 6.0 L PowerStroke) found in 2003-2010 model year Ford E-Series vans/chassis was problematic.(("has the reputation as being the worst diesel engine ever put into a pickup truck". https://www.reddit.com/r/vandwellers/comments/f0jzbt/is_it_a_bad_idea_to_get_a_diesel_van/fgweslt/))
   * 1996-2001 2v Tritons may have a nylon intake manifold that can crack and leak.((https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ford_Modular_engine#Intake_manifold_defect))   * 1996-2001 2v Tritons may have a nylon intake manifold that can crack and leak.((https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ford_Modular_engine#Intake_manifold_defect))
 +  * 2011 - 2013 5.4L 2V and 6.8L 2V Engine – Excessive Engine Oil Consumption (valve seals)((https://ford.oemdtc.com/2278/5-4l-2v-and-6-8l-2v-engine-excessive-engine-oil-consumption-2011-2013-ford-e-series))
 ===== Ford Transit ===== ===== Ford Transit =====
  
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   * the [[rv:ram_promaster#filters_and_fluids|oil filter housing can be cracked if overtightened]]   * the [[rv:ram_promaster#filters_and_fluids|oil filter housing can be cracked if overtightened]]
   * 2014 model known for squeaking brakes, sticking parking brake   * 2014 model known for squeaking brakes, sticking parking brake
-  * short headlight life (low beam).  TSB 08-106-17 says to replace with [[https://amzn.to/2Rp4pys|L0000H7SLL Super Long Life headlamp bulbs]]+  * 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.
   * marker lights leaking   * marker lights leaking
   * P0750 transmission code may be from the solenoid pack, which [[https://www.promasterforum.com/threads/transmission-failure-kinda.65425/#post-450321|can be replaced without removing the transmission]].   * P0750 transmission code may be from the solenoid pack, which [[https://www.promasterforum.com/threads/transmission-failure-kinda.65425/#post-450321|can be replaced without removing the transmission]].
   * the small bolts on the intake plenum can rust and seize.((https://www.promasterforum.com/threads/rusted-intake-plenum-manifold-bolts.87023/post-674445))  Solutions include waterproofing the bolts or cutting and installing an engine cover((Part number 04861773AA)).    * the small bolts on the intake plenum can rust and seize.((https://www.promasterforum.com/threads/rusted-intake-plenum-manifold-bolts.87023/post-674445))  Solutions include waterproofing the bolts or cutting and installing an engine cover((Part number 04861773AA)). 
 +  * a plywood or other load-spreading subfloor should be installed to prevent fatigue to metal floor.  At least two cases of floor damage have been reported when the floor was repeatedly flexed in the same area.
  
   * the odometer cannot record more than 1 million kilometers (~620,000 miles)((https://www.promasterforum.com/threads/replaced-ecm-on-2014-pm-3500-3-6-with-620k.92394/))   * the odometer cannot record more than 1 million kilometers (~620,000 miles)((https://www.promasterforum.com/threads/replaced-ecm-on-2014-pm-3500-3-6-with-620k.92394/))
rv/van_issues.txt · Last modified: 2024/03/31 15:03 by princess_fluffypants

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