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2008 Ford Expedition CAR/TRUCK REPAIR PROCEDURES AND DIAGRAMS - WHAT Ford REPAIR SHOPS DON'T WANT YOU TO KNOW

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 2008 Ford Expedition AUTOMOBILES

Hydraulic Brake Systems -> Description -> Bendix Hydro-Boost Brake Booster -> Bendix Hydro-Max Brake Booster -> Combination Valve -> Height Sensing Proportioning Valve -> Hydraulic Control Unit (HCU) -> Hydraulic Control Valves -> Integral Bypass Proportioning Valve -> Master Cylinder
Vehicle: 2008 Ford Expedition EL XLT 5.4 V8 GAS

Master Cylinder

The master cylinder consists primarily of a hydraulic cylinder, primary and secondary hydraulic pistons and a single or dual chamber fluid reservoir. The front brakes are connected to the primary outlet port(s) and are actuated by the primary piston assembly. The rear brakes are connected to the secondary outlet port and are actuated by the secondary piston assembly.

Hydraulic Control Valves

Combination Valve

This multi-function hydraulic control unit consists primarily of a pressure differential valve, brake lamp warning switch and a proportioning valve. A pressure diff...

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

DRIVESHAFT, Replace -> Front -> One Piece Driveshaft -> Rear -> Three Piece Driveshaft -> Two Piece Driveshaft
Vehicle: 2008 Ford Expedition Limited 5.4 V8 GAS

Front

  • Raise and support the vehicle.
  • Index-mark front driveshaft to front axle flange and at transfer case flange.
  • Remove and discard bolts and U-joint retainers.
  • Remove and discard four flange bolts.
  • Compress and separate front driveshaft from front axle, then separate driveshaft from transfer case. Wrap electrical tape around the bearing cups to prevent them from falling off the U-joint spider.
  • Reverse procedure to install, noting the following:
    • Torque flange bolts to 82 ft. lbs.
    • Torque U-joint retainer bolts to 26 ft. lbs.

Rear

One Piece Driveshaft
  • Raise and support vehicle.
  • To maint...

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TIRE PRESSURE MONITORING SYSTEM PROCEDURES FOR 2008 Ford Expedition AUTOMOBILES

Description
Vehicle: 2008 Ford Expedition EL Limited 5.4 V8 GAS

The TPMS (Tire Pressure Monitor System) has the ability to monitor the air pressure of all five tires. The tire-mounted pressure sensors transmit signals to the TPMS module by using the valve stem as an antenna. These transmissions are sent approximately every 60 seconds when the vehicle speed exceeds 20 mph. Th...

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STARTER & ALTERNATOR REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 2008 Ford Expedition AUTOMOBILES

Starter, Replace
Vehicle: 2008 Ford Expedition XLT 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 -> Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) Warning Indicator -> 2003-09 Expedition -> Relearn -> Reset -> TPMS Sensor Activation -> TPMS Sensor Training
Vehicle: 2008 Ford Expedition XLT 5.4 V8 GAS

Reset

The TPMS will warn the vehicle operator of a severe low or high tire pressure condition. This system uses radio frequency pressure sensors which monitor pressure in all tires including the spare. The sensors transmit tire pressure readings to the TPMS receiver module which then transmits the tire pressure status to the Message Center. If tire pressure is severely low or high the Message Center will display a Warning Tire Very Low, Check Tire Pressure or Check Spare Tire Pressure warning. After correcting tire pressure, proceed as follows:

  • Place the ignition switch in the ...

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RADIATOR & HOSE REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 2008 Ford Expedition AUTOMOBILES

Radiator, Replace
Vehicle: 2008 Ford Expedition King Ranch 5.4 V8 GAS

  • Drain cooling system into a suitable container.
  • Remove front air deflector if required.
  • Remove fan blade and lefthand thread clutch using a suitable fan clutch holding tool and fan clutch wrench tool.
  • Disconnect and plug transmission f...

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SERPENTINE BELT SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 2008 Ford Expedition AUTOMOBILES

Serpentine Drive Belt, Replace
Vehicle: 2008 Ford Expedition EL Eddie Bauer 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+.

HVAC Components Diagram for 2008 Ford Expedition XLT 5.4 V8 GASHVAC Components Diagram for 2008 Ford Expedition XLT 5.4 V8 GAS

Components on diagram:
  • Blower Motor
  • Mode Door Actuator
  • Evaporator Discharge Air Temperature Sensor
  • Fresh/Recirculation Door Actuator
  • Heater Blower Control Module
  • Body Components Diagram for 2008 Ford Expedition XLT 5.4 V8 GASBody Components Diagram for 2008 Ford Expedition XLT 5.4 V8 GAS

    Components on diagram:
  • Subwoofer Amplifier
  • Left Rear Tweeter
  • Subwoofer
  • Inertia Fuel Shutoff Switch
  • Left Reversing Lamp
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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 EL Eddie Bauer 5.4 V8 GAS Wiring Diagram2008 Ford Expedition EL Eddie Bauer 5.4 V8 GAS Wiring Diagram

    Components on diagram:
  • Overhead Console
  • Auxiliary Relay Box
  • Quarter Window Open Relay
  • Quarter Window Close Relay
  • Left Rear Quarter Window Motor
  • 2008 Ford Expedition EL XLT 5.4 V8 GAS Wiring Diagram2008 Ford Expedition EL XLT 5.4 V8 GAS Wiring Diagram

    Components on diagram:
  • Transmission Control Switch
  • Powertrain Control Module
  • Battery Junction Box
  • Floor Shifter
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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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