engine problem
9.0
really awfulTypical Repair Cost:
$500.00
Average Mileage:
86,000 miles
Number of complaints:
2 complaints
Most common solutions:
- dealer replaced each head (1 reports)
- napa has a reemer/insert kit for the v10's (1 reports)
Helpful Websites About 2000 Ford F-250 blown spark plug out of head
2007Jun 14
F-250 Lariat V10
- Automatic transmission
- 124,000 miles
I had the first one of three fixed at the dealer-$300.00, the second one I fixed myself- took 1 hr and a $30.00 kit from NAPA. I have talked to several mechanics and parts places. The V10's prior to 2002, blow sparkplugs out of the head for some unknown reason. They told me if it happens after I put in the inserts, a new head will be needed and that was about $1200.00. I won't lie to you it is a huge pain in the butt to fix these. I have done 3 and around 1800 rpm it sounds like it is missing. Which means that in the next couple of months another one will blow. This summer I am going to redo the remaining seven. By the way I carry all the tools I need to fix this in my truck.
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2005May 12
F-250 Crew V10
This problem actually happened twice. Each time there was a telltale clicking that sounded like lifter tapping slightly - actually exhaust was beginning to escape through the spark plug seat. Then BANG and my truck sounded like a clunker - though it still ran. The second time I noticed the clicking sound and drove it into a dealership immediately - too late. The first head replacement required that I pay my $200 deductible during warranty! The second head replacement cost me $500 after I wrangled with a Ford rep just after it was out of warranty. The job was quoted at $1200! I am surprised not to see more of these F-250 complaints on your site because a LOT of the V-10 owners had this problem. There definitely should have been a recall, but because it didn't affect safety..........
t-rex
Arvada, CO, USA
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