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Old Oct 6, 2003 | 09:45 AM
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Piston Slap (knock)

I have a 1998 Ford Expediton with the 5.4L Engine. Last week my truck developed a very loud knock, only when the engine is cold. I understand this is a common problem with expeditons. Is ford doing something to correct the problem, like replacing engines? If not, what can I do to make this noise less noticeable. maybe, use a different oil. ANy suggestions you guys can give me will definetly help. By the way, my truck only has 75,000 miles.
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Old Oct 25, 2003 | 07:26 PM
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Mine has 120,000 and has this noise when it is cold. I think it might be the cam tensioners. I have a friend with an Explorer and his noise was the tensioners. Just a thought,,,,,
 
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Well, let me update you all on my situation. Since I didn't get any responses, I decided to go ahead and try to fix it myself.

I switched my truck over from Castrol GTX 10W-30 to Mobil-1 5W30 Full-synthetic. After I did that the knocking has completely dissappeard. So I hope this helps someone with my same problem!!
 
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