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A/C & HEATER SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 2004 Ford E-250 Econoline AUTOMOBILES

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Vehicle: 2004 Ford E-250 Econoline 5.4 V8 GAS

Passenger Cars

Aspire
  • Disconnect battery ground cable.
  • Wait one minute for back-up power supply to deplete stored energy.
  • Remove restraint system diagnostic tool from driver's side air bag module electrical connector.
  • Connect driver's side air bag module electrical connector.
  • Install driver's side air bag module as outlined under "Component Service."
  • Remove restraint system diagnostic tool from passenger's side air bag module electrical connector.
  • Install passenger's side air bag module as outlined under "Component Service."
  • C...

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 2004 Ford E-250 Econoline AUTOMOBILES

Disc Brakes -> Description -> Aviator -> E-Series -> Escape & Mariner -> Excursion, F-Super Duty & Motorhome -> Expedition & Navigator -> Explorer & Mountaineer -> Explorer Sport/Sport Trac -> F-150 & Mark LT -> Freestar & Monterey -> Front -> Ranger -> Rear
Vehicle: 2004 Ford E-250 Econoline 4.6 V8 GAS

Aviator

Front

The Aviator utilizes a dual piston front brake caliper and a single piston rear brake caliper. The caliper floats on two guide pins that are bolted to the caliper and extend into the caliper anchor, Fig. .

Rear

The rear disc brake system utilizes a single piston brake caliper. The mechanical parking brake system uses a drum in hat system within the rear brake disc, Fig. .

E-Series

Front

The disc brake caliper is a pin slider, single piston design on the E-150 models and a pin slider dual piston design on the E-250, E-350, E-450 & E-550 models, Figs. through .

Rear

E-Series veh...

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FUEL FILTER REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 2004 Ford E-250 Econoline AUTOMOBILES

Ford Motor Co. Light Trucks, SUVs & Vans -> Fuel Filter Replacement -> Except Diesel Engines & Villager
Vehicle: 2004 Ford E-250 Econoline 5.4 V8 GAS

The fuel system remains under high pressure even when the engine is not running. This residual pressure must be relieved before servicing the fuel system. To avoid injury or fire, release pressure from the fuel system before disconnecting any fuel line.

The fuel system pressure must be relieved prior to disconnecting fuel lines to prevent accidental spray of fuel.

After the battery has been disconnected and reconnected, some abnormal driveability symptoms may occur. The vehicle may need to be driven 10 miles or more while it relearns its adaptive strategy.

On model...

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DRIVELINE, U-JOINT & CV AXLES REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 2004 Ford E-250 Econoline AUTOMOBILES

DRIVESHAFT, Replace -> One Piece Driveshaft -> Two Piece Driveshaft
Vehicle: 2004 Ford E-250 Econoline 5.4 V8 CNG

One Piece Driveshaft

  • Raise and support vehicle.
  • To maintain driveline balance, index-mark driveshaft flange yoke and pinion flange.
  • Index-mark driveshaft yoke and transmission tailshaft. Do not allow output shaft to turn.
  • Remove four bolts.
  • Disconnect driveshaft flange yoke from pinion flange, using a suitable tool as shown. Driveshaft flange yoke fits tightly on pinion flange pilot. Never hammer on driveshaft or any of its components to disconnect yoke from flange. Pry only in area shown, with a suitable tool, to disconnect yoke from flange.
  • Lower driveshaft and slide it off outp...

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STARTER & ALTERNATOR REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 2004 Ford E-250 Econoline AUTOMOBILES

Alternator, Replace
Vehicle: 2004 Ford E-250 Econoline 4.6 V8 GAS

  • Disconnect battery ground cable.
  • Disconnect air cleaner assembly.
  • Loosen worm clamp.
  • Remove bolts and pull air cleaner assembly away from its mounted position.
  • Disconnect mass air flow sensor electrical connector.
  • Position alternator drive belt aside.
  • Disconnect alt...

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MAINTENANCE LAMP RESET PROCEDURES FOR 2004 Ford E-250 Econoline AUTOMOBILES

Ford Motor Co. Trucks -> Traction Control System Warning Lamp ->
Vehicle: 2004 Ford E-250 Econoline 5.4 V8 CNG

This lamp should light for a approximately 6-8 seconds when the ignition is turned On as a bulb check. If the warni...

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RADIATOR & HOSE REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 2004 Ford E-250 Econoline AUTOMOBILES

Heater Hose, Replace -> Inlet -> Outlet
Vehicle: 2004 Ford E-250 Econoline 4.6 V8 GAS

Inlet

  • Drain cooling system into a suitable container.
  • Reposition heater core inlet hose clamp at heater tube assembly.
  • Remove hose from heater tube assembly.
  • Reposition heater hose inlet clamp at heater core.
  • Remove heater inlet hose from heater core.
  • Remove hose from vehicle.
  • Reverse procedure to in...

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SERPENTINE BELT SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 2004 Ford E-250 Econoline AUTOMOBILES

Serpentine Drive Belt, Replace
Vehicle: 2004 Ford E-250 Econoline 5.4 V8 CNG

  • Rotate drive belt tensioner counterclockwise, using a 1/2 square hole in drive belt tensioner pull...

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COMPONENT LOCATION DIAGRAMS FOR 2004 Ford E-250 Econoline AUTOMOBILES

Component location diagrams for most 2004 Ford E-250 Econoline cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1990+.

On Frame Rail Diagram for 2004 Ford E-250 Econoline  5.4 V8 CNGOn Frame Rail Diagram for 2004 Ford E-250 Econoline 5.4 V8 CNG

Components on diagram:
  • Battery
  • Connector C-1249a
  • Connector C-1249b
  • Handle,Lock Latch and Actuator-Front Door Diagram for 2004 Ford E-250 Econoline  4.6 V8 GASHandle,Lock Latch and Actuator-Front Door Diagram for 2004 Ford E-250 Econoline 4.6 V8 GAS

    Components on diagram:
  • Front Door Latch
  • Front Door Latch Remote Control
  • Power Door Lock Actuator
  • Outside Door Handle
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    WIRING DIAGRAMS FOR 2004 Ford E-250 Econoline AUTOMOBILES

    OEM drawn wiring diagrams for most 2004 Ford E-250 Econoline cars and light trucks sold in the U.S.

    2004 Ford E-250 Econoline  4.6 V8 GAS Wiring Diagram2004 Ford E-250 Econoline 4.6 V8 GAS Wiring Diagram

    Components on diagram:
  • Main Light Switch
  • 2004 Ford E-250 Econoline  5.4 V8 CNG Wiring Diagram2004 Ford E-250 Econoline 5.4 V8 CNG Wiring Diagram

    Components on diagram:
  • Canister Vent Solenoid
  • Evaporative Emission Canister Purge Valve
  • Fuel Tank Pressure Sensor
  • Evaporative Emission Canister
  • Evaporative Emission Test Port
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    TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETINS FOR 2004 Ford E-250 Econoline AUTOMOBILES

    OEM TSB listings for most 2004 Ford E-250 Econoline cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1985+.

    Document: RECALL - 1992-2004 MULTIPLE VEHICLE LINES - SPEED CONTROL SYSTEM MODIFICATION
    Vehicle: 2004 Ford E-250 Econoline 4.6 V8 GAS
    Document: SPARK PLUG THREAD REPAIR PROCEDURE - NOT COVERED UNDER NEW VEHICLE LIMITED WARRANTY
    Vehicle: 2004 Ford E-250 Econoline 4.6 V8 GAS

    Auto Systems:
  • Ignition, Electronic Ignition
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    COMPONENT/PARTS SPECIFICATIONS FOR 2004 Ford E-250 Econoline AUTOMOBILES

    BRAKE SPECIFICATIONS: Brake drum, rotor, caliper, and related specifications for most 2004 Ford E-250 Econoline cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1970+.

    • Brake caliper mounting bolt torque
    • Brake drum runout, machining, & discard specs
    • Minimum brake lining thickness.
    • Brake rotor runout, parallelism, machining, discard, & finish specs

    A/C SYSTEM SPECIFICATIONS: Air conditioning refrigerant capacity and type as well as lubricant capacity for most 2004 Ford E-250 Econoline cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1980+.

    • Refrigerant capacity & type, compressor oil viscosity, total system oil capacity & compressor clutch gap

    COOLING SYSTEM BLEED: Cooling system bleeder valve identification, bleeder type and bleed procedures for most domestic and imported cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1986+.

    PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE: Preventive maintenance recommendations and required services for most domestic and imported cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1980+. Includes severe and routine service schedules

    QUICK-LUBE and ILLUSTRATIONS: Fluid recommendations, capacities, drain plug torques, tire data, and severe service recommended preventive maintenance schedules. Information covers most 2004 Ford E-250 Econoline cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1980+. Engine and chassis service images.

    • Automatic transmission/transaxles capacities, lubricant recommendations
    • Differential/final drive capacities, lube recommendations, grades, & viscosities
    • Final drive fill & drain plug torques
    • Number of lubrication fittings & plugs
    • Power steering, brake, & clutch fluid recommendations
    • Manual transmission/transaxle capacities, lube recommendations, grades, & viscosities
    • Number of lubrication fittings & plugs
    • Power steering, brake, & clutch fluid recommendations
    • Engine oil capacities, API grade recommendations, SAE viscosity recommendations, drain plug torque
    • Severe service maintenance & interval recommendations
    • Tire sizes, wheel nut/bolt torque, pressures & rim sizes
    • Transfer case capacities, lube recommendations, grades, & viscosities

    TUNE-UP & DRIVEABILITY SPECIFICATIONS: Most tune-up specifications for most 2004 Ford E-250 Econoline cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1980+

    • Airflow sensor electrical specifications
    • Tensioning specifications for systems with automatic tensioners
    • Barometric pressure sensor specs
    • Battery group number and cranking performance
    • Crankshaft & camshaft position sensor resistance
    • Engine compression pressures
    • Coolant temperature sensor specs
    • Computer advance.
    • Diesel fuel temperature sensor resistance.
    • Distributor advance specifications
    • Ignition pickup coil resistance
    • Exhaust gas recirculation temperature sensor resistance
    • Engine fastener torque values
    • Firing order diagrams
    • Fuel system pressures
    • Generator (alternator) specs
    • Intake air temperature sensor specs
    • Ignition coil specifications
    • Fuel injector resistance
    • Engine idle speeds
    • Knock sensor resistance
    • Manifold absolute pressure sensor specs
    • Mixture control solenoid resistance
    • Voltage regulator specs
    • Spark plug applications & gaps
    • Starter motor electrical specs.
    • Tensioning specifications for systems without automatic tensioners
    • Throttle body temperature sensor resistance
    • Ignition timing in degrees at rpm
    • Transmission oil temperature sensor resistance
    • Throttle position sensor specs
    • Vacuum sensor valve specs

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