Expedition 2WD V8-5.4L SOHC VIN L (1997)
Technical Service Bulletin # 99-1-1
Date: 990125
Drivetrain - High Speed Vibration
Article No.
99-1-1
01/25/99
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STEERING COLUMN - HIGH SPEED VIBRATION -
4X2 VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH 5.4L ENGINE
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VIBRATION - HIGH SPEED VIBRATION - 4X2
VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH 5.4L ENGINE
LIGHT TRUCK:
1997 EXPEDITION
1998 NAVIGATOR
This TSB article is being republished in its entirety to revise information on ordering a replacement transmission.
ISSUE
Some vehicles may experience a vibration at speeds between 103 and 129 km/h (64 and 80 mph). This may be caused by an imbalance in one or more
driveline components which results in a resonance that produces a noticeable vibration in the steering column and seat.
ACTION
Follow the Service Procedure listed below to determine the correct fix for the concern.
PART NUMBER
PART NAME
F85Z-5E269-EA
Support Brace
F85Z-B208-AA
Rod
F75Z-7000-LCRM 4X2
Remanufactured Transmission Assembly
OTHER APPLICABLE ARTICLES: NONE
SUPERSEDES: 97-20-9
WARRANTY STATUS: Eligible Under The Provisions Of Bumper To Bumper Warranty Coverage
OPERATION
DESCRIPTION
TIME
990101A
Initial Road Test And
0.6 Hr.
Diagnosis
990101B
Remove And Install
1.0 Hr.
Headliner And Apply
Adhesive As Outlined
990101C
Balance All Four (4) Wheel
0.9 Hr.
And Tire Assemblies
990101D
Measure Driveshaft Runout
0.7 Hr.
990101E
Replace Driveshaft
0.2 Hr.
Assembly
990101F
Index Driveshaft Assembly
0.8 Hr.
990101G
Field Balance Driveshaft
1.1 Hr.
Assembly
990101H
Neutralize Engine Mounts
0.3 Hr.
And Exhaust System
990101I
Install Exhaust Support
1.0 Hr.
Brace
