Just bought my Excursion Saturday!!
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Just bought my Excursion Saturday!!
2003 V-10 XLT
So far I LOVE IT!!
I will have a million dumb questions (hopefully most will be answered in searches)
Just wanted to say hi
I just got a full build sheet from local Ford dealer.
I work at an extended warranty company so I have a feel for common problems on these.
Anyway hi all!
So far I LOVE IT!!
I will have a million dumb questions (hopefully most will be answered in searches)
Just wanted to say hi
I just got a full build sheet from local Ford dealer.
I work at an extended warranty company so I have a feel for common problems on these.
Anyway hi all!
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Congrats on your "new" V10 Excursion 
Not sure if you know the maintenance history on your new truck, but lets go over a few things to make sure you get most of out "Fords Best Kept Secret", The Triton V10. (Those who own one, know
)
While on FTE, you'll learn to love your truck as well as how to fix and diagnose any issues you come accross. If you haven't already done so, you'll be crawling all over your truck and "becoming one" with it as you progress on FTE.
The three F's of Ford truck ownership are: Fluids, Filters, and Fuel.
Fluids- Clean fluids are just one of the keys to making sure your Excursion continues to run and drive as smooth as it does. Take some time and check the oil, trans, power steering, brake fluid, and even differential fluid.
The rear differential fluid is relatively easy to check, all you have to do is remove the VSS (or Vehicle Speed Sensor) that sits on top of the differential and dip a long screwdriver down in there and see what the fluid looks like. If it's milky or murky and dark, it's time to replace it.
Here's how to do the rear:Welcome to guzzle's Rear Differential Maintenance Web Page
Here's how to do the front: Welcome to guzzle's Front Differential Maintenance Web Page
People sometimes tend to ignore the transfer case and don't think much of it when it comes times for maintenance. While there's no easy way to check the condition of the fluid, it doesn't take much to drain and refill the transfer case.
Here's how: Welcome to guzzle's Transfer Case Fluid Change Web Page
If when you check your trans fluid, it starts looking orange or smells burnt (instead of deep red), it's time for a flush. You may be thinking, that it's something you'd much rather pay a shop to do, but it's actually something you can do yourself. I did mine a few weeks ago in the safety and comfort of my own driveway and needless to say, I'll never pay anyone to do it again.
Here's my post along with mark kovalsky's write up: Ford Truck Enthusiasts Forums - View Single Post - What did you do to the X today?
Filters-The main two filters to look at are of course the air and fuel filters. Unless you have a receipt or work order showing that the fuel filter was recently changed, I'd head under the truck and change it out.
Per Monsta:
You'll also need a fuel line disconnect tool as finger quick connects aren't used on this filter.
The air filters on these trucks are self explanatory and easy to check, if it's filthy, you know what to do.
Fuel- Always make sure you get good, clean fuel from a high volume station. Believe me when I tell you, you'd much rather have bad gas than your truck 
.
That being said, as part of the Christening for your new V10's maiden voyage, head over to Autozone, and get two bottles of this stuff: Techron/20 oz. fuel system cleaner (65740A) | Fuel Additive and Cleaner | AutoZone.com
Chevron's techron additive has worked wonders on used trucks that didn't see the love and maintenance they needed or deserved. This stuff will clean the entire fuel system and restores whatever power was lost due to neglect.
Miscellaneous items:
Spark plugs- If you don't have a receipt or work order showing the plugs changed, it's also a good idea to change them since they're cheap and easy to get to. (save the last two on each side I think) When you go to get some spark plugs you should know that the V10 only likes Motorcraft or Autolite spark plugs.
The platinums: Autolite Platinum/Spark Plug (AP103) | 2002 Ford Excursion 4WD 10 Cylinders S 6.8L EFI | AutoZone.com
The double platinums if you're feeling generous: Autolite Double Plat/Spark Plug (APP103) | 2002 Ford Excursion 4WD 10 Cylinders S 6.8L EFI | AutoZone.com
While doing your plugs, make sure the COP boots aren't cracked and the coils don't look like they've seen better days. If either one needs to be replaced, order the Motorcraft COPs and/or boots online @rockauto.com unless you don't have time and can get them from the dealer. Don't forget the dielectic grease...
Last few items:
-Check the hubs and see if they turn freely. If they don't it's time to lube them up: Welcome to guzzle's 4x4 Autolock Hub Lubrication Maintenance Web Page
-If when you crank on the AC it defaults to the windshield defrost, you have a vaccum leak and will more than likely need some of these: http://www.dieselsite.com/1999-2004f...ofhosekit.aspx
I certainly hope the info I've provided will help you and your Ex get off to a great start and help you along the path of ownership.
Last but certainly not least, Welcome to FTE!
Not sure if you know the maintenance history on your new truck, but lets go over a few things to make sure you get most of out "Fords Best Kept Secret", The Triton V10. (Those who own one, know
)While on FTE, you'll learn to love your truck as well as how to fix and diagnose any issues you come accross. If you haven't already done so, you'll be crawling all over your truck and "becoming one" with it as you progress on FTE.
The three F's of Ford truck ownership are: Fluids, Filters, and Fuel.
Fluids- Clean fluids are just one of the keys to making sure your Excursion continues to run and drive as smooth as it does. Take some time and check the oil, trans, power steering, brake fluid, and even differential fluid.
The rear differential fluid is relatively easy to check, all you have to do is remove the VSS (or Vehicle Speed Sensor) that sits on top of the differential and dip a long screwdriver down in there and see what the fluid looks like. If it's milky or murky and dark, it's time to replace it.
Here's how to do the rear:Welcome to guzzle's Rear Differential Maintenance Web Page
Here's how to do the front: Welcome to guzzle's Front Differential Maintenance Web Page
People sometimes tend to ignore the transfer case and don't think much of it when it comes times for maintenance. While there's no easy way to check the condition of the fluid, it doesn't take much to drain and refill the transfer case.
Here's how: Welcome to guzzle's Transfer Case Fluid Change Web Page
If when you check your trans fluid, it starts looking orange or smells burnt (instead of deep red), it's time for a flush. You may be thinking, that it's something you'd much rather pay a shop to do, but it's actually something you can do yourself. I did mine a few weeks ago in the safety and comfort of my own driveway and needless to say, I'll never pay anyone to do it again.
Here's my post along with mark kovalsky's write up: Ford Truck Enthusiasts Forums - View Single Post - What did you do to the X today?
Filters-The main two filters to look at are of course the air and fuel filters. Unless you have a receipt or work order showing that the fuel filter was recently changed, I'd head under the truck and change it out.
Per Monsta:
The air filters on these trucks are self explanatory and easy to check, if it's filthy, you know what to do.
Fuel- Always make sure you get good, clean fuel from a high volume station. Believe me when I tell you, you'd much rather have bad gas than your truck
.That being said, as part of the Christening for your new V10's maiden voyage, head over to Autozone, and get two bottles of this stuff: Techron/20 oz. fuel system cleaner (65740A) | Fuel Additive and Cleaner | AutoZone.com
Chevron's techron additive has worked wonders on used trucks that didn't see the love and maintenance they needed or deserved. This stuff will clean the entire fuel system and restores whatever power was lost due to neglect.
Miscellaneous items:
Spark plugs- If you don't have a receipt or work order showing the plugs changed, it's also a good idea to change them since they're cheap and easy to get to. (save the last two on each side I think) When you go to get some spark plugs you should know that the V10 only likes Motorcraft or Autolite spark plugs.
The platinums: Autolite Platinum/Spark Plug (AP103) | 2002 Ford Excursion 4WD 10 Cylinders S 6.8L EFI | AutoZone.com
The double platinums if you're feeling generous: Autolite Double Plat/Spark Plug (APP103) | 2002 Ford Excursion 4WD 10 Cylinders S 6.8L EFI | AutoZone.com
While doing your plugs, make sure the COP boots aren't cracked and the coils don't look like they've seen better days. If either one needs to be replaced, order the Motorcraft COPs and/or boots online @rockauto.com unless you don't have time and can get them from the dealer. Don't forget the dielectic grease...
Last few items:
-Check the hubs and see if they turn freely. If they don't it's time to lube them up: Welcome to guzzle's 4x4 Autolock Hub Lubrication Maintenance Web Page
-If when you crank on the AC it defaults to the windshield defrost, you have a vaccum leak and will more than likely need some of these: http://www.dieselsite.com/1999-2004f...ofhosekit.aspx
I certainly hope the info I've provided will help you and your Ex get off to a great start and help you along the path of ownership.
Last but certainly not least, Welcome to FTE!
