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    06 Expy XLT Noises ..

    Rattles finally fixed !!! Hi All, Finally the dealer fixed the rattling noises. Fix: They removed the top and found that roof racks' screws were loose. Regards - Ziad
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    Got an iphone, need hands free ideas.

    Hi, I have installed Ford's "Mobile Ease" bluetooth ... It works by voice commands like "call", "dial", ... etc. You can switch between public (via speakers) and private (via phone) modes. It has got a phone directory and each entry has several numbers for cellular/home .. etc. When...
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    Car paint: A Classic Question ...

    This is exactly what I do every day, but this time I was collecting some stuff from one shop and the other guy parked his car close to mine and did what I described. It is one of those situations !!! When you manage to keep your car scratch-free for 9 months (since I bought it) then this...
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    Car paint: A Classic Question ...

    A classic question that probably has been answered several times ... Situation: Someone parks his car close to yours and when he opens his door, he hits the sides of your car. Apparently, your car will receive several bruises. Polish will not work nor the "As seen on TV" solutions will...
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    06 Expy floor gets hot ...

    Yes it is stock configuration. Do not know the reason so far. By rear trim, I meant the area that is on top of the rear right wheel. So, my guess is that it is the exhaust, but why? and would Ford answer back saying the truck is designed this way? As a first time Ford owner, I always...
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    06 Expy floor gets hot ...

    I have noticed that the floor gets hot on both short and long trips. The affected spot is between first and second row at the passenger side. I may also imagine it would extend to behind the second row. Also, I noticed that the right rear trim panel also gets hot. Anybody else had this...
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    Headlight Recommendations

    Out of curiosity .. I am not an expert in this, but when the OEM lights are replaced by XENON or any other brighter lights, does the electrical system get affected? Does it need to get fine tuned to be able to support those power-hungry lights?
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    If it for the expedition what would you drive.

    Before I got my car I was considering the Jeep Grand Cherokee ... However, the feature-cost balance was in favor of the Expedition (we are a family of 6). In my opinion, the answer to such questions is "the sky is the limit!" .. technology is getting more advanced and the manufacturers are...
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    Rough Idle 2003 5.4 - Anybody else?

    TLayman, In September 2005 I decided I would need to change my Camry. I ended up with my first Ford ever and I got 06 Expedition XLT Sport 4x4. I wouldn't say I regret my decision. However, now I feel the difference between the two dealerships at all levels (knowledge, customer handling...
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    Front windshield tinting ...

    Just an update ... Hope this is not looked at as some kind of a commercial or product promotion, but this is what happened with me and this is my feedback. It is a long story, but I ended up removing the 3M and fitting the "Solar Gard" with all windows having a 30% "HP Titanium 16" film...
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    06 Expedition rustproofing ...

    Hello, Dealer claims that a 2006 Expedition does not require any rustproofing as it comes already treated against rust right from the factory. Any comments? What is the situation with rustproofing? Regards - Ziad
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    Front windshield tinting ...

    Well ... I live in Abu Dhabi, the capital of United Arab Emirates. Over here we are allowed 30% tinting. Not sure about the front windshield tinting %. What I am talking about is a CLEAR tinting for the whole front windshield. So, it will not affect visibility, but it will reflect most of...
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    Front windshield tinting ...

    When I purchased the truck, the dealer tinted all the windows @ 30% and left the front windshield decision to me. The plan is to tint the whole of the front windshield. What I understand is that these transparent films wouldn't get affected by the sun because they are made specifically for...
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    Front windshield tinting ...

    Summer is approaching and I want to protect the interior of my 2006 Expedition against UV possible damages to the dashboard and the leather seats, as well as reducing inside temperatures. I am planning to have the front windshield tinted by the dealer (they offered me free tinting when I...
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    06 Expy XLT Noises ..

    Many thanks itsmarta, This sounds like a reasonable justification. Did the dealer figure this reason out or did you find it by yourself? How would I make sure that this is what is causing the rattling sound in my car? Also, would it be possible if you show (using a skitch) what did...
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