Fix Coolant Leaks: 2000 Ford Expedition XLT 5.4L V8

Ford Expedition Model Years - 1997, 1998, 1999, 2000, 2001, 2002

1. Getting Started - Prepare for the repair

2. Set Up Paper - Position paper and mark wheels

3. Assess Leak - How to determine if the leaking fluid is coolant

4. Open the Hood - How to pop the hood and prop it open

Car Displayed: 1999 Ford F-150 XLT 4.6L V8 Extended Cab Pickup (4 Door) info

5. Find Reservoir - Locate the coolant reservoir and clean it

Car Displayed: 1999 Ford F-150 XLT 4.6L V8 Extended Cab Pickup (4 Door) info

6. Check Level - Determine the coolant level

Car Displayed: 1999 Ford F-150 XLT 4.6L V8 Extended Cab Pickup (4 Door) info

7. Fix Minor Leaks - Easy way to tackle minor coolant leaks

8. Replace Cap - Secure the coolant reservoir cap

Car Displayed: 1999 Ford F-150 XLT 4.6L V8 Extended Cab Pickup (4 Door) info

9. More Info. - Additional information on minor coolant leaks

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Video Description

Follow the steps in this video to see how to fix minor coolant (antifreeze) leaks in your 2000 Ford Expedition. Leaking coolant / antifreeze is one of the more common types of leaking fluid from Expedition engines. Engine coolant (which is also called antifreeze or anti-freeze) moves through the inside of your Expedition engine and keeps it from overheating. Coolant / antifreeze can leak from the reservoir, radiator or any hose, in 2000 Expedition with the 5.4 liter engine. However, a coolant leak (aka an antifreeze leak) is most likely to occur where the hoses connect to the engine or radiator. Otherwise, your Expedition may have a radiator leak. This video shows you where the coolant reservoir, hoses and connections on your 2000 Expedition XLT are located and the steps needed to fix minor leaks.

A few things to note about coolant is that it is sweet tasting and highly toxic, so it can end up in the dog's stomach pretty quickly. If you ignore a small coolant leak long enough, you will run out of coolant, which leads to an overheated engine and other serious, but highly avoidable, problems. An anti-freeze leak can cause the temp sensor to record high engine temperatures in a 2000 Ford Expedition. Always protect yourself with safety glasses and gloves when working with the coolant on your Expedition.

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