Consumer Review Video - 2008 Ford E-350 Super Duty 6.0L V8 Turbo Diesel Extended Cargo Van (3 Door)
Common problems and easy repairs on a 2008 E-350 Super Duty
The 2008 Ford E-350 Super Duty Turbo Diesel is a moderately difficult car to maintain. The batteries are located in an unusual location underneath the vehicle, and removing them is a long and laborious process. The headlights will require the removal of many bolts and other housings for access, which can be a problem depending on which bulb you’re trying to reach. Multiple fasteners and the coolant reservoir will need to be removed to access the engine air filter, which doesn’t allow for a reliable filter change.
However, the 2008 Ford E-350 Super Duty Turbo Diesel has its upsides. The brake fluid reservoir has open access which allows for you to reliably monitor its fluid level. The transmission fluid dipstick also has very open access, and reaching for it shouldn’t be a problem. The wiper blades can be changed out easily, as no tools will be needed to remove them.
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Hans Angermeier has produced over 100,000 videos showing drivers how to fix things on their cars. He has broad expertise on basic repair procedures covering the majority of cars on the road.
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If your brake fluid is a little low, learn how to add some here. Ignoring a low level leads to big problems
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Small bulbs that burn out regularly - did you know you can replace these with LED lights?
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Harsh downshifts? Slipping gears? You might be low on transmission fluid
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White light when you back up - yup, they burn out and you can replace them with bright LEDs
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