04'-08' Ford F150 Common Problems :)

[@josemondragon5311]

I don't know about any of you other guys but mine same make model just reached 350k miles and runs like a champ I take to work and back and haul mulch every now and then greatest truck I bought in years !!!!!!! Take care of it and it will aleays have your back !

[@joewanders]

jose mondragon what size engine do you have?

[@23for82bigs]

@@joewanders 4.2 obv

[@miklomorales4768]

How much can it tow?

[@leeham6230]

Checking out a 2006 F150 V6. At $1500 CAD it looks like a steal. Thanks for this video; the old V6 is definitely the better option for this model. Hopefully I can get my hands on one.

[@cavscout62]

I have a 2005 F150 STX with the 4.2 and all the heavy duty towing specs. I just rebuilt the entire front end at just shy of 200k and all I can say as it’s been almost bulletproof since day 1. Do your maintenance, don’t abuse it and it’ll serve you well. I’ve run factory filters and semi synthetic oil from day one, drained and replaced tranny filter every 40k and replaced the water pipe in the front of the intake. Other than doing wear items like tires and brakes I have zero complaints.

[@jesusramos-my2qr]

You rebuilt at only 200k miles my 80 series Land Cruiser 4.5 inline six had 460k miles and it runs strong haha that’s terrible only 200k

[@atx-cvpi_99]

The IMRC is also a common issue on 4.2 V6 trucks.

[@MickyHardin]

Thank you so much.i needed this video

[@GK7GARAGE]

Absolutely welcome

[@jeffersonthomas7811]

So far I'm reading a lot of positive reviews about this engine/truck combo. I'm looking at getting one right now as my Ranger runs like a top but I need more for towing.

[@michaelhalstead7269]

01 4.6 with 2,25000 miles on it and never any problems just charged plugs , coils and valves cover gaskets. still change oil every 3,000 miles and it shows. I do all the maintenance except transmission fluid change take it to the shop, let them keep an eye on it. I pull my 16 ft. Fishing boat and go to Colorado a couple times a year about 9,000 miles one way.it’s been a good trk. Bought it with 35000 miles in 02 .

[@atx-cvpi_99]

The best V8 engine for the 2004-10 F-150 is the 4.6 2 valve. Stay away from the 4.6, 5.4, and 6.8 3 valve engines. If you are going to buy an 04-10 F150, stay away from the 5.4. Any Super Duty from 2003-04 with the 6.0 PSD and all 2005-10 Super Duty trucks should be avoided at all costs no matter if it’s a 6.0 and 6.4 PSD, or the 5.4 and 6.8 3 valve engine.

[@brett7794]

How do I find out what valve it is? Looking at a 4.6

[@atx-cvpi_99]

@@brett7794 if there’s sensors on the valve covers, it’s a 3 valve.

[@kurtisdesautels1605]

Why stay away from the 5.4?

[@brett7794]

@@kurtisdesautels1605 the 5.4 had the worst reputation

[@theowl2044]

The 4.2 V6 is pretty good too

[@vanillavalhalla4482]

The gauges are essentially dummy lights. They don't measure a damn thing, they only go to a pre-set place on start-up and warm-up

[@johncampbell3735]

You need to put back fan shroud on there too. Also, air intake valve or another issue when getting carbon build-up.

[@Carlosgallo1977]

Thanks for the video is going to help to buy a truck for my son.. I’m buying a 2008 Ford F-150 V6

[@petertwytterpumkineater7465]

My 2005 v6 4.2L XL F150 would lose coolant from the Reservoir. About a gallon every 2 months. My oil is clean so the head gasket are good. I did a pressure check and had no leaks. Replaced the cap and still kept losing fluid. Replaced the reservoir and still keeps losing fluid. Did another pressure test waited to see leaks and still no leaks. Seems i lose fluid from evaporation. I also noticed after setting all night i crank it up and fluid runs out the exhaust pipe. There is a little clear smoke for 5 minute at idle then no smoke so its not leaking into the exhaust.

[@MartinGarcia-wy5kh]

Thanks just bought 1 rear mean seal leak.good video!

[@mikeduncan2353]

Thks man i feel better about mine its rusted in the normal spots for a f150 but it runs good and only has 70000 miles on it , 2004 heritage

[@winter4345]

Thank you for this excellent video.

[@michael7046]

My 2004 f150 always had problems ,main issue was losing engine power and engine would start shaking and you never knew when it would happen.

[@joelwinter5230]

Your coil pack is bad. I had same issues.

[@justinchamberlain3443]

3:20 oil pump w/ small drive shaft to be replaced 6:01 squeaking from ball joints

[@MICLANTECUTLI]

Yeah these trucks are pretty bulletproof now after Ford came out with the new Cam phasers,Melling 340 High Volume pump,and Steel tensioner.Also the spark plug issues that would break was because you have to decarbonize the engine before you extract the spark plugs.I cant say the same for Gm and Chevy transmission and other failures that they haven't even tried making an adjustment after all the recalls they had they actually had to get a bailout because of it.

[@jameshumphrey3425]

Thank you I’m looking to buy one but it’s seems to of been sitting for awhile. Same engine, same type (extended cab) so I’m hoping this helps!

[@GK7GARAGE]

Yeah don't buy the v8 get the v6

[@atx-cvpi_99]

If you have to get a V8 get a 4.6.

[@NeoSoc-n8r]

What happened to your radiator fan shroud?

[@al-x-d6077]

I have a 2005 f150 4.2L. I've looked everywhere for an answer. Problem is that the gauge goes to hot after 20 minutes of driving. It does not actually over heat. Changed cylinder head temperature sensor, thermostat, instrument cluster. Has no leaks no air in coolant system. I'm not sure if this model has a coolant temperature sensor.

[@thescatpack3923]

Check your cats?

[@atx-cvpi_99]

If it has a coolant temp sensor I would try replacing it.

[@buddy5492]

Would you replace the whole oil pump as preventive maintenance or just a specific part of it?

[@onyxtraveler]

Someone’s selling a Ford F-150 stx 4.6 v8 2004 for 1000$ don’t know if it’s a scam or not he says it runs good any advice?

[@jeffomelenik1013]

Where is the truck at in what city and state sounds like a bargin.Check the frame and everything else if you know what to look for.

[@lawrencecavens5760]

Looks like a good buy.. However I think you are missing the fan shroud on your truck. Better get that installed.

[@buddy5492]

Video is very appreciated!

[@realkaliboi]

Yooo I have the 07 4.2 can you tell me where Is the temperature sensor at? Having hell finding it

[@GK7GARAGE]

It’s the coolant in Celsius

[@realkaliboi]

@@GK7GARAGE thanks a lot bro

[@Voiceinthewoods]

your missing fan shroud.too bad it wasn't a 5 speed.won't have a auto v6.bad thing i hate is the gauges gets stupid with them.bought mine with 98,000 miles and was from cali.replaced water pump and radiator.and transmission fluid only have to change it every 60,000 miles since mines a 5 speed.mines now got almost 130,000 on it.oh in addition if you lock your key by mistake or it locks on you while running and door shuts behind you(while putting mail in mail box) if you bust out a driver or passenger door window. make sure in the junkyard the window you are getting it from is same exact regular cab like the truck on this vid if yours is like that. the window has to come from exact model.if not door window is too big.

[@mulletman49]

I have a Ford F-150 2004 XLT V8 4.6 liter and it has already blown out 2 spark plugs but have never had a stuck spark plug. It has 175 K miles on it already.

[@atx-cvpi_99]

That’s because yours is a 2 valve. Only the 3 valve engines have spark plugs getting stuck in the engine.

[@garrettlamb9916]

Ford just can’t seem to get spark plugs right!

[@demetrizecarter3005]

Omg could I please find a video we’re they get to the point

[@miklomorales4768]

How much can I tow with this truck? I would like to use it for a landscaping trailer not towing more than 3,000 at a time

[@al-x-d6077]

I have this truck and have it heating up on me after driving about 25 minutes. Had the thermostat changed and a sensor. Now looking at the cluster. Anyone else have any suggestions before I look into changing the cluster?

[@GK7GARAGE]

Water pump is not uncommon to go bad on these

[@al-x-d6077]

@@GK7GARAGE thanks, I will try changing out that part. Hope that's it cause its getting expensive

[@GK7GARAGE]

al-x-d I would say before spending too much, try getting a proper diagnoses from an honest experienced mechanic. Good luck

[@al-x-d6077]

@@GK7GARAGE Two mechanics have said that it may be the cluster. That the water pump would be leaking if it was the problem. He even put an additional gauge to monitor the temperature and it's not heating up. So it may be the cluster??

[@dimplyduke51xlive64]

@@al-x-d6077 not always will leak if its goes bad.

[@wrr2112]

Where's the fan shroud?

[@jaimeplacencia1918]

Totally agree Toyota 😊

[@Nelval573]

Any ideas on p0452 2007 f150 4.6

[@georgebudner7808]

I have a 2007 V6 4.2L it's has a tapping sound in it what could it be I need help please

[@jeffomelenik1013]

I have a 04 5.4 motor doing the same thing ,I believe it's a lifter noise or an exhaust leak.

[@stevepolk4080]

Fan cover missing

[@grimalpha9874]

Thanks for the info

[@lendavidhart9710]

Thanks

[@angelllopezjr2062]

Didn't see the dash if it did have a check lights on

[@GK7GARAGE]

It didnt

[@williamramirez4631]

Thks for the infor.

[@isthisbetterwell9958Ds]

2008 with 456.000 mile with the 4.6 never a problem

[@hillbillydualsport]

Thank you

[@josemondragon5311]

And the squeaky is with the rear tail gate just need grease from wear and tear these trucks are FOOL lolproof

[@jtmartin8445]

My 03 4.2 has been leaking since 145k.

[@ufartface]

leaking what?

[@motokev2727]

Very good

[@jeffdoty5755]

I have a 2012 f150 3 , 7 ladder I love Mt truck

[@rodneybrentgray7251]

333,000 miles so far 2005 5.4

[@jeffomelenik1013]

Wow that's great I've got 188k on mine and just recently developed a ticking noise on the Pass. side but still runs good as it should.

[@newwavepressure6478]

Thanks shoppin for a used truck

[@SuperJay12jay]

Just get a Toyota Tundra or Tacoma and you won't have the Ford problems.

[@smokinplaya88]

Wrong 05-10 v6 mustangs had a 4.0 not a 4.2 v6

[@GK7GARAGE]

No it’s a 4.2, explorers had the 4.0

[@smokinplaya88]

GK7 DIY 2005 Mustang Specs: 4.0L V6 = 210 hp @ 5250 RPM & 240 lb-ft @ 3500 RPM. 4.6L SOHC V-8 = 300 hp @ 5750 RPM & 320 lb-ft @ 4500 RPM. Stage 3 Motorsports › 2005-Mustan... 2005 Mustang Information & Specifications - Stage 3 Motorsports

[@GK7GARAGE]

Ohh your right I was talking about the f150 having a v6 4.2. Thanks for the input

[@atx-cvpi_99]

The 4.0 SOHC engines had all kinds of problems. Timing chain issues require the engine or transmission to be removed.

[@ufartface]

he means 3.8 up to 04