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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 2008 Ford Expedition AUTOMOBILES

Disc Brakes -> Troubleshooting -> Brake Noise -> Brake Pedal Eases Down Slowly -> Brake Pedal Goes Down Fast -> Brakes Drag -> Brakes Lock Up During Light Brake Pedal Force -> Brakes Pull Or Drift -> Excessive Brake Pedal Effort -> Excessive Or Erratic Brake Pedal Travel -> Red Brake Warning Indicator Always On
Vehicle: 2008 Ford Expedition XLT 5.4 V8 GAS

Brakes Pull Or Drift

  • Tire air pressure.
  • Wheel alignment.
  • Brake pads, shoes or linings.
  • Brake or suspension components.

Red Brake Warning Indicator Always On

  • Instrument cluster.
  • Warning indicator circuit.
  • Parking brake.
  • Brake fluid level.

Brake Pedal Goes Down Fast

  • Brake fluid level.
  • Air in system.
  • Brake master cylinder fault.
  • Normal RABS or ABS function.

Brake Pedal Eases Down Slowly

  • Air in system.
  • Brake master cylinder fault.
  • Normal RABS or ABS function.

Brakes Lock Up During Light Brake Pedal Force

  • Disc or drum brake component.
  • Parking brake component...

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DRIVELINE, U-JOINT & CV AXLES REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 2008 Ford Expedition AUTOMOBILES

CV AXLE SHAFT, Replace -> Front
Vehicle: 2008 Ford Expedition XLT 5.4 V8 GAS

Front

  • With vehicle in NEUTRAL, position on a hoist.
  • Remove the front wheel and tire assembly.
  • Remove dust cap and nut from axle halfshaft.
  • Remove upper ball joint nut and separate ball joint from steering knuckle.
  • Remove wheel end retaining bolts from CV shaft.
  • Remove CV shaft flange retaining bolts.
  • Remove CV shaft f...

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TIRE PRESSURE MONITORING SYSTEM PROCEDURES FOR 2008 Ford Expedition AUTOMOBILES

Relearn Procedures -> TPMS Sensor Activation -> TPMS Sensor Training
Vehicle: 2008 Ford Expedition Eddie Bauer 5.4 V8 GAS

TPMS Sensor Activation

To conserve battery power, the TPMS sensors will go into a sleep mode after approximately 30 minutes of inactivity. The sensors will not transmit tire pressure information while in sleep mode. The sensors must be activated to transmit the latest tire pressure information.

  • Place the ignition switch in the On position.
  • Position Ford TPMS activation tool, or equivalent, against the LF tire side wall 180° from the valve stem.
  • The TPMS activation tool will flash a green light and sound a beep for each successful response from a TPMS sensor.
  • Press the TPMS activat...

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STARTER & ALTERNATOR REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 2008 Ford Expedition AUTOMOBILES

Starter, Replace
Vehicle: 2008 Ford Expedition Funkmaster Flex Edition 5.4 V8 GAS

Always disconnect battery ground cable at the battery before disconnecting starter motor battery terminal lead. If a tool is shorted at the starter motor battery terminal, the tool can quickly heat enough to cause a skin burn. Failure to follow this instruction may result in serious personal injury.

  • Disconnect battery ground cable.
  • Raise and support vehicle.
  • Remove starter motor solenoid terminal cover.A protective cap or boot is provided over the battery input terminal on all vehicle lines and must be reinstalled after repair. Failure to follow this instruction may...

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MAINTENANCE LAMP RESET PROCEDURES FOR 2008 Ford Expedition AUTOMOBILES

Ford Motor Co. Trucks -> Check Gauge Warning Lamp ->
Vehicle: 2008 Ford Expedition Funkmaster Flex Edition 5.4 V8 GAS

This indicator should light if any of the following conditions appear:

  • Engine oil pressure drops below approxi...

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RADIATOR & HOSE REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 2008 Ford Expedition AUTOMOBILES

Heater Hose, Replace -> Inlet -> Outlet
Vehicle: 2008 Ford Expedition King Ranch 5.4 V8 GAS

Inlet

  • Drain cooling system into a suitable container.
  • Reposition heater core inlet hose clamp at coolant crossover manifold assembly.
  • Remove hose from coolant crossover manifold assembly.
  • Reposition heater hose inlet clamp at heater core.
  • Remove heater inlet hose from heater core.
  • Remove hose from vehicle.
  • Reverse proced...

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SERPENTINE BELT SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 2008 Ford Expedition AUTOMOBILES

Serpentine Drive Belt, Replace
Vehicle: 2008 Ford Expedition EL XLT 5.4 V8 GAS

  • Rotate accessory drive belt tensioner clockwise, using a suitable tool to relieve tension ...

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COMPONENT LOCATION DIAGRAMS FOR 2008 Ford Expedition AUTOMOBILES

Component location diagrams for most 2008 Ford Expedition cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1990+.

Instrument Panel Diagram for 2008 Ford Expedition Limited 5.4 V8 GASInstrument Panel Diagram for 2008 Ford Expedition Limited 5.4 V8 GAS

Components on diagram:
  • Data Link Connector
  • Glove Box Lamp
  • Front Cigar Lighter
  • In-Vehicle Temperature Sensor
  • HVAC Module
  • Steering Wheel Diagram for 2008 Ford Expedition EL Eddie Bauer 5.4 V8 GASSteering Wheel Diagram for 2008 Ford Expedition EL Eddie Bauer 5.4 V8 GAS

    Components on diagram:
  • Horn Switch
  • Clockspring
  • Driver Airbag Module
  • Connector C217
  • Left Steering Wheel Switch
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    WIRING DIAGRAMS FOR 2008 Ford Expedition AUTOMOBILES

    OEM drawn wiring diagrams for most 2008 Ford Expedition cars and light trucks sold in the U.S.

    2008 Ford Expedition Funkmaster Flex Edition 5.4 V8 GAS Wiring Diagram2008 Ford Expedition Funkmaster Flex Edition 5.4 V8 GAS Wiring Diagram

    Components on diagram:
  • Rear Wiper Motor Assembly
  • Liftgate Glass Release Relay
  • Liftgate Glass Actuator
  • Smart Junction Box
  • Liftgate/Trunk Module
  • 2008 Ford Expedition XLT 5.4 V8 GAS Wiring Diagram2008 Ford Expedition XLT 5.4 V8 GAS Wiring Diagram

    Components on diagram:
  • Instrument Cluster
  • Brake Shift Interlock
  • Smart Junction Box
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    TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETINS FOR 2008 Ford Expedition AUTOMOBILES

    OEM TSB listings for most 2008 Ford Expedition cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1985+.

    Document: Long Wheel Base (LWB), Lower Than Expected Fuel Fill Capacity - Built Before 4/10/2009
    Vehicle: 2008 Ford Expedition XLT 5.4 V8 GAS

    Auto Systems:
  • Fuel Sys, Driveability, Filters (Air & Fuel)
  • Document: LONG WHEEL BASE (LWB) - FUEL GAUGE READS BETWEEN 3/4 AND 7/8 WHEN FULL
    Vehicle: 2008 Ford Expedition XLT 5.4 V8 GAS

    Symptoms:
  • Erratic Operation
  • Auto Systems:
  • Fuel Sys, Driveability, Filters (Air & Fuel)
  • Instruments, Dash Cluster, Warning Lights, Mirrors
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    COMPONENT/PARTS SPECIFICATIONS FOR 2008 Ford Expedition AUTOMOBILES

    BRAKE SPECIFICATIONS: Brake drum, rotor, caliper, and related specifications for most 2008 Ford Expedition cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1970+.

    • Brake caliper mounting bolt torque
    • Brake drum runout, machining, & discard specs
    • Minimum brake lining thickness.
    • Brake rotor runout, parallelism, machining, discard, & finish specs

    A/C SYSTEM SPECIFICATIONS: Air conditioning refrigerant capacity and type as well as lubricant capacity for most 2008 Ford Expedition cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1980+.

    • Refrigerant capacity & type, compressor oil viscosity, total system oil capacity & compressor clutch gap

    COOLING SYSTEM BLEED: Cooling system bleeder valve identification, bleeder type and bleed procedures for most domestic and imported cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1986+.

    PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE: Preventive maintenance recommendations and required services for most domestic and imported cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1980+. Includes severe and routine service schedules

    QUICK-LUBE and ILLUSTRATIONS: Fluid recommendations, capacities, drain plug torques, tire data, and severe service recommended preventive maintenance schedules. Information covers most 2008 Ford Expedition cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1980+. Engine and chassis service images.

    • Automatic transmission/transaxles capacities, lubricant recommendations
    • Differential/final drive capacities, lube recommendations, grades, & viscosities
    • Final drive fill & drain plug torques
    • Number of lubrication fittings & plugs
    • Power steering, brake, & clutch fluid recommendations
    • Manual transmission/transaxle capacities, lube recommendations, grades, & viscosities
    • Number of lubrication fittings & plugs
    • Power steering, brake, & clutch fluid recommendations
    • Engine oil capacities, API grade recommendations, SAE viscosity recommendations, drain plug torque
    • Severe service maintenance & interval recommendations
    • Tire sizes, wheel nut/bolt torque, pressures & rim sizes
    • Transfer case capacities, lube recommendations, grades, & viscosities

    TUNE-UP & DRIVEABILITY SPECIFICATIONS: Most tune-up specifications for most 2008 Ford Expedition cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1980+

    • Airflow sensor electrical specifications
    • Tensioning specifications for systems with automatic tensioners
    • Barometric pressure sensor specs
    • Battery group number and cranking performance
    • Crankshaft & camshaft position sensor resistance
    • Engine compression pressures
    • Coolant temperature sensor specs
    • Computer advance.
    • Diesel fuel temperature sensor resistance.
    • Distributor advance specifications
    • Ignition pickup coil resistance
    • Exhaust gas recirculation temperature sensor resistance
    • Engine fastener torque values
    • Firing order diagrams
    • Fuel system pressures
    • Generator (alternator) specs
    • Intake air temperature sensor specs
    • Ignition coil specifications
    • Fuel injector resistance
    • Engine idle speeds
    • Knock sensor resistance
    • Manifold absolute pressure sensor specs
    • Mixture control solenoid resistance
    • Voltage regulator specs
    • Spark plug applications & gaps
    • Starter motor electrical specs.
    • Tensioning specifications for systems without automatic tensioners
    • Throttle body temperature sensor resistance
    • Ignition timing in degrees at rpm
    • Transmission oil temperature sensor resistance
    • Throttle position sensor specs
    • Vacuum sensor valve specs

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