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Report: A Spark Plug Could Blow Out of Cylinder Head

Ford Excursion Problem
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Model Years Affected: 2000, 2001

Engines Affected: 5.4L V8, 6.8L V10

Average Mileage: 158,500 mi (134,000 mi - 194,000 mi)

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There is a technical service bulletin for the V8 engines regarding a possible problem with the spark plug being ejected from the cylinder head, damaging the threads in the spark plug hole. If the vehicle is under warranty, cylinder head replacement is recommended. If the vehicle is out of warranty, Ford authorized the use of a specific thread insert to repair the head.

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  • Report #1
    karnescj, 2000 Ford Excursion, 5.4L V8, 156,000 mi
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    the front cylinder blew out the spark plug and broke the mount for the coil pack.

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  • Report #2
    Visitor, 2000 Ford Excursion, 6.8L V10, 194,000 mi

    TThe problem just happened. It's in the shop now to try an d fix.

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  • Report #3
    Visitor, 2000 Ford Excursion, 6.8L V10, 134,000 mi

    just happened to me today and i need to replace corpak and im sure spark plugs

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  • Report #4
    Visitor, 2000 Ford Excursion, 5.4L V8, 150,000 mi

    Two spark plugs have blown out of the heads in the past 8 weeks
    and fords recalling for fuel tank straps WHY not for this major
    problem ??????????

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