I seem to get a 'pop' from the right front when I back up while turning in my 2000 excursion. It only seems to happen after I have pulled in forward to a parking spot while turning and have to turn the wheel the other way to back out. Any one else had this problem? I want to take it to the dealer, but I can't always get it to 'perform'. If I had an idea what the problem was I might be able to describe it better. Any help would be appreciated.

 

My Excursion does the same thing. I am going to the dealer next week to get it fixed.

 

I know of at least 2 TSB's thaqt may refer to this problem.
TSB #7421 and #13443
but I do not have access to them. Let me know what the dealer tells you.

 

I also have a 2000 6.8 v10 and have also heard the loud bang noise, but it also happens on other ford products like the Crown vic's I drive at work, I was told by a friend who works as a Ford Tech that its the air conditioner.It happens right after start up and without any steering input or vehicle movement. Speaking about my tech friend if you want to shut off that stupid seat belt alarm do the following. ( it sounds weird but it works) turn on your ignition so the dash lights come on,(do not start) wait about 60 seconds until the seat belt light goes out. now latch and unlatch(fully) the seat belt three times. now turn the headlights all the way on and then all the way off. now latch and unlatch the seat belt three more times and you will see the seat belt light come on, now latch and unlatch once more and you will see the seat belt light flashing. Now latch and unlatch one more time and your done turn ignition off. your done and so is the noise. Now when you start your truck the seat belt light will come on and then shut off with out a sound." I use my seat belt and you should too"! But that noise when you are at the bank or the drive threw with the kids and you unlatch to get your wallet makes me nuts. (to reset to factory spec's simply take off your battery cable for one minute and replace it and it will reset by itself.)

 

 

Please disregard this as I am testing pictures.



Wheel Bearing and Hub —F-250, F-350 and Excursion

****** content="Wheel Bearing and Hub —F-250, F-350 and Excursion" name=tps_proctitle>Removal

1. NOTE: Super Duty F-250, F-350 shown, Super Duty F-450, F-550 similar.
   Raise and support the vehicle. For additional information, refer to Section 100-02 .

1. Remove the front wheel and tire assemblies. For additional information, refer to Section 204-04 .

1. Remove the front disc brake caliper and rotor, and position the caliper out of the way. For additional information, refer to Section 206-03 .

1. Remove the hub cap from the hub assembly.

1. Remove the cotter pin, adjusting nut and flat washer.

1. NOTE: Inspect the condition of the spindle and nut threads to ensure a free turning nut when reassembling.
   Remove the outer bearing cone and roller assembly, and pull the hub assembly from the spindle.

1. Using care not to damage the bearing cage, use a suitable slide hammer and bearing seal remover to remove the inner bearing cone and bearing seal.

Installation

1. [IMG]file:///C:/TSO/tsocache/RICKSTOSHIBA_8852/S3O~us~en~file=ani_caut.gif~gen~ref.gif[/IMG] CAUTION: Do not spin the bearing dry with compressed air.
   NOTE: Remove all traces of lubricant from the bearings, hub and axle spindle. Inspect bearings and bearing cups for pitting, spalling or unusual wear. If either bearings or bearing cups are worn or damaged, replace both bearings and bearing cups.
   NOTE: It is recommended that bearings and bearing cups be replaced in sets. If cups are worn or damaged, install the inner and outer bearing cups in the hub with an appropriate bearing cup driver tool. Check for proper seating of new bearing cups by trying to insert a 0.38-mm (0.0015-inch) feeler gauge between the bottom face of the cup and wheel hub seat. You should not be able to insert the feeler gauge.
   Remove all burrs, nicks or scratches from the shoulder of the spindle and seal bore in the hub with emery cloth.

1. Pack the inside of the hub with lithium-base wheel bearing grease such as Motorcraft Premium Long-Life Grease XG-1-C or -K or equivalent meeting Ford specification ESA-M1C75-B. Fill the hub until the grease is flush with the inside diameters of both bearing cups.

1. Pack the bearing cone and roller assemblies with wheel bearing grease. Use a bearing packer for this operation. If a packer is not available, work as much lubricant as possible between the rollers and cages.

1. [IMG]file:///C:/TSO/tsocache/RICKSTOSHIBA_8852/S3O~us~en~file=ani_caut.gif~gen~ref.gif[/IMG] CAUTION: Keep the hub centered on the spindle to prevent damage to the grease seal or spindle threads.
   Place the inner bearing cone and roller assembly in the inner cup and install the wheel bearing hub seal, using a suitable seal replacer. Make sure seal is fully seated and lubricated.

1. Install the hub assembly.

1. Install the outer bearing cone and roller assembly and the flat washer on the spindle and install the adjusting nut; refer to Wheel Bearing Adjustment—F-250, F-350, F-450, F-550 in this section for final bearing adjustment. Install a new cotter pin.

1. Install the hub cap.

1. Install the front disc brake caliper and rotor. For additional information, refer to Section 206-03 .

1. Install the front wheel and tire assemblies. For additional information, refer to Section 204-04 .

1. Lower the vehicle. For additional information, refer to Section 100-02 .

 

Looks like those images are coming from your computer. You'd have to upload them somewhere (here, Photobucket, Picasa etc,) and link them.

BTW, there is a testing forum towards the bottom of the front page.

 

Man, I just want to be able to copy a page from the service manual hit paste and reply. And be done! It should be so simple. Was that you that put up the belt replacement diagrams. That's what I'm talking about. Are you telling me that had to get uploaded and then copied again? It makes hard when I have info to give, but I have to take that much more time to give it. Tell me there's a better way. PLEASE.

 

I just read the rest of your post regarding testing forum. I'll check that out. Maybe I can figure this out, if I learn to read!