99 Expedition - Heater Core problem ???
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99 Expedition - Heater Core problem ???
Hey guys, I wanted a little advice and I hope you can help. I have a 1999 Ford Expedition 4.6 L, 2WD with 160,000 miles on it. I have had it for about two years and it looks great and runs well. However in the last few weeks I have had some problems.
My wife drives it a short distance to work everyday (5-10 miles), and about 2 weeks ago it started smelling like antifreeze and the windows would steam up. I checked the coolant reservoir and it was nearly empty. I haven't noticed any substantial leaking on the interior or exterior, but when I reach up under the dash I feel some residue that kinda looks like coolant. I had a mechanic look at it and he thinks it is the heater core. Nobody wants to touch it (except the dealer), because I was told it is difficult to get to. I downloaded detailed instructions on how to do it, and it looks straightforward. Has anybody done one on their own, or should I pay Ford about $600 to do this? I am not a mechanic, but I can follow directions. Any idea on how long it would take? Anything to look out for? Also, could a flush kit maybe help the problem?
Thanks for any help or ideas!!!
My wife drives it a short distance to work everyday (5-10 miles), and about 2 weeks ago it started smelling like antifreeze and the windows would steam up. I checked the coolant reservoir and it was nearly empty. I haven't noticed any substantial leaking on the interior or exterior, but when I reach up under the dash I feel some residue that kinda looks like coolant. I had a mechanic look at it and he thinks it is the heater core. Nobody wants to touch it (except the dealer), because I was told it is difficult to get to. I downloaded detailed instructions on how to do it, and it looks straightforward. Has anybody done one on their own, or should I pay Ford about $600 to do this? I am not a mechanic, but I can follow directions. Any idea on how long it would take? Anything to look out for? Also, could a flush kit maybe help the problem?
Thanks for any help or ideas!!!
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Thanks Craig for the advice. I figure if I get to a point where I can't finish it, I can just put it back together and take it to the dealer. Any idea on a timeframe? I am guessing if I take my time it will take about 2 hours to tear down, 30 minutes or so to replace the core, and then another 1 1/2 hours to rebuild. Maybe 4 hours? 5 if it goes real slow????
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Originally Posted by cassady
Thanks Craig for the advice. I figure if I get to a point where I can't finish it, I can just put it back together and take it to the dealer. Any idea on a timeframe? I am guessing if I take my time it will take about 2 hours to tear down, 30 minutes or so to replace the core, and then another 1 1/2 hours to rebuild. Maybe 4 hours? 5 if it goes real slow????
Thanks again...
Thanks again...
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