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rv:van_issues [2022/03/25 17:16] frater_secessus [Ford E-Series] can fail instead of will fail |
rv:van_issues [2022/07/06 16:05] princess_fluffypants [Ford E-Series] |
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===== On the likelihood of problems ===== | ===== On the likelihood of problems ===== | ||
- | Only a small percentage of failures occur on any particular vehicles; | + | Only a small percentage of failures occur on any particular vehicles; |
With that being said, [[rv: | With that being said, [[rv: | ||
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* **The 6.0L and 6.4L diesel engines can have problems** | * **The 6.0L and 6.4L diesel engines can have problems** | ||
- | * This is the exception to the line at the beginning of the article that said //" | + | * This is the exception to the line at the beginning of the article that said //" |
- | * The International VT365 (rebadged as Ford 6.0L Powerstroke)((" | + | * The International VT365 (rebadged as Ford 6.0L Powerstroke)((" |
* The 6.4L Powerstroke was slightly better than the 6.0, [[https:// | * The 6.4L Powerstroke was slightly better than the 6.0, [[https:// | ||
* Easy to steal | * Easy to steal | ||
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* The E-150 was generally very under-built for its weight spec, and other brake/ | * The E-150 was generally very under-built for its weight spec, and other brake/ | ||
* //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) | * //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) | ||
- | * leaking cylinder head gasket | ||
* HVAC Blower motor problems | * 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). | * The blower motor resistor can fail every 3-4 years. Symptom is that the HVAC fan only works on one speed (usually high). | ||
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* This applies to all of the gas engines that were installed in the entire range of Econoline vans from 1997-2008. | * This applies to all of the gas engines that were installed in the entire range of Econoline vans from 1997-2008. | ||
* Replacing spark plugs on these engines is a delicate process due to the limited threads. It should be done using a very accurate torque wrench, they should be torqued to the Ford specification. | * Replacing spark plugs on these engines is a delicate process due to the limited threads. It should be done using a very accurate torque wrench, they should be torqued to the Ford specification. | ||
- | * 2V engine sparkplug issues may be addressed with Calvan kit or Timesert kits tstechmind recommends the Calvan design.((https:// | + | * 2V engine sparkplug issues may be addressed with Calvan kit or Timesert kits. |
* 5.4L V-8 can experience oil pan gasket leaks. | * 5.4L V-8 can experience oil pan gasket leaks. | ||
* 4R70E 4-spd transmission (found behind the 4.6L V-8 gas engine from 2002-2005) | * 4R70E 4-spd transmission (found behind the 4.6L V-8 gas engine from 2002-2005) | ||
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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:// | ||
+ | * Leaking cylinder head gasket | ||
Common problems on Ford engines not installed in vans, but might be in RVs and Trucks. (All van engines are 2-valve, not 3-valve). | Common problems on Ford engines not installed in vans, but might be in RVs and Trucks. (All van engines are 2-valve, not 3-valve). | ||
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* Attempting to re-use the rear axle bolts after replacing or servicing the rear brake rotors will result in them breaking and [[https:// | * Attempting to re-use the rear axle bolts after replacing or servicing the rear brake rotors will result in them breaking and [[https:// | ||
* Not so much a design problem, but the result of a common mistake made by inexperienced mechanics (even Ford Dealership techs). Removing the rear brake rotors for replacement or resurfacing requires pulling out the axle, but the five bolts holding the axle in are **single-use**. Like head bolts, they stretch upon install and have to be replaced every time. Trying to re-use the bolts will result in the failures described above. | * Not so much a design problem, but the result of a common mistake made by inexperienced mechanics (even Ford Dealership techs). Removing the rear brake rotors for replacement or resurfacing requires pulling out the axle, but the five bolts holding the axle in are **single-use**. Like head bolts, they stretch upon install and have to be replaced every time. Trying to re-use the bolts will result in the failures described above. | ||
+ | * Boom/ | ||
+ | * Some 2015–2020 Transit vehicles equipped with rear wheel drive (RWD) and a U-joint at the transmission flange and rear driveshaft may experience a boom/ | ||
+ | * Addressed under Technical Service Bulletin 20-2214, installation of part number LK4Z-4A263-C (Torsional Damper Kit) | ||
* Transmission filter cannot be accessed for normal service; | * Transmission filter cannot be accessed for normal service; | ||
* Ecoboost carbon fouling on intake valves | * Ecoboost carbon fouling on intake valves | ||
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* TSBs | * TSBs | ||
* 2015 Transit – Interior High Intensity LED Cargo Lamps May Emit A Low Glow When They Should Be Off – Built On Or Before 4/ | * 2015 Transit – Interior High Intensity LED Cargo Lamps May Emit A Low Glow When They Should Be Off – Built On Or Before 4/ | ||
+ | * Body panels detach from interior bracing | ||
+ | * Not actually a problem; intentional. | ||