1999 Ford Expedition ODOMETER

Tiny
DOODERDAD
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  • 1999 FORD EXPEDITION
  • V8
  • 4WD
  • AUTOMATIC
  • 88,000 MILES
Almost every time the fuel tank is filled, or the fuel cap is removed. The odometer will go off for at least 1 mile after starting out again. This isn't serious but is unusual. What could cause this? Also, how much of a job is it to change the valve cover gaskets?
Wednesday, December 31st, 2008 AT 1:34 AM

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Tiny
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This seems to be a common problem with the newer model Ford trucks and SUVs. There is usually a bad solder joint on the LDC display of the odometer in the Fords. This can be fixed by reheating the solder at the crack and letting it re-flow.

Valve cover gasket is not too hard to replace if you have a little knowledge of "turning a wrench". If you would like removal/installation procedures for this, please let me know and I will be happy to post them for you.

Hope this helps.
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Wednesday, December 31st, 2008 AT 1:46 AM

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