100-01-2 100-01-2 Identification Codes DESCRIPTION AND OPERATION (Continued) Vehicle Line, Series, Body Type Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) World Manufacturer Identifier (WMI) Positions 5 through 7 indicate vehicle line, series and body type. The first three vehicle identification number (VIN) positions are the world manufacturer code. • U40 — 4x2, XLT • U41 — 4x4, XLT • 1FM — Ford Motor Company, USA, multi-purpose vehicle • U42 — 4x2, Limited • 1F1 — Ford Motor Company, USA, • U43 — 4x4, Limited MPV-Limousine • U44 — 4x2, Eddie Bauer Brake Type and Gross Vehicle Weight Rating • U45 — 4x4, Eddie Bauer (GVWR) Engine Code The fourth VIN position is the vehicle brake type and GVWR code (all vehicles use hydraulic brakes). The eighth VIN position is the engine displacement and number of cylinders. • N — 8,501-9,000 pounds GVWR with driver and front passenger air bags • L — 5.4L, Modular, SOHC, EFI, V8, Gas • S — 9,001-10,000 pounds GVWR with driver and • P — 6.0L, OHV, DI Turbo, V8, Diesel front passenger air bags • S — 6.8L, SOHC, EFI, V10, Gas 2005 Excursion, 9/2004
100-01-3 100-01-3 Identification Codes DESCRIPTION AND OPERATION (Continued) Check Digit Code The eleventh VIN position is the assembly plant code. • E — Kentucky Truck (Jefferson County, Kentucky) Sequential Build Code The ninth VIN position is a government assigned, computer-generated check digit. Model Year Code The last six VIN positions are an alphanumeric code for the vehicle build sequence. This is also the vehicle serial and warranty number. • A00001-F99999 — Ford Division The tenth VIN position is the model year code. • 5 — 2005 Assembly Plant Code 2005 Excursion, 9/2004
100-01-4 100-01-4 Identification Codes DESCRIPTION AND OPERATION (Continued) Vehicle Certification (VC) Label Vehicle Certification (VC) Label Location The vehicle certification (VC) label contains the manufacturer name, the month and year of manufacture, the certification statement, and the VIN. It also includes gross vehicle weight ratings (GVWR). 2005 Excursion, 9/2004
100-01-5 100-01-5 Identification Codes DESCRIPTION AND OPERATION (Continued) Paint Code Item Description Exterior paint codes may be listed as a two-part 1 Exterior Paint Code code. The first set of characters listed indicate the 2 Region Code vehicle primary body color code. The second set of 3 Domestic Special Order Code characters listed (if applicable) indicated a two-tone 4 Wheelbase Code or accent body color code. 5 Brake Code All colors are base coat/clear coat). 6 Interior Trim Code • FL — Medium Toreador Red 7 Tape/Paint Pinstripe Code • G3 — Pueblo Gold 8 Radio Code • JP — Silver Birch Metallic 9 Axle Code • L2 — True Blue 10 Transmission Code • P5 — Aspen Green Metallic 11 Spring Code • ST — Estate Green 12 Powertrain Calibration Information • TK — Mineral Gray • UA — Ebony • YZ — Oxford White 2005 Excursion, 9/2004
100-01-6 100-01-6 Identification Codes DESCRIPTION AND OPERATION (Continued) Wheelbase Brake Type • 137 — 137-inch (3480 mm) wheelbase • B — Four-wheel anti-lock brakes system (ABS) 2005 Excursion, 9/2004
100-01-7 100-01-7 Identification Codes DESCRIPTION AND OPERATION (Continued) Interior Trim Interior Trim Color • E — Medium Flint Gray • H — Medium Pebble Tan Tape/Paint Stripe Interior trim codes are listed as a two-part code. The first character listed identifies the trim type. The second character listed identifies the interior trim color. Interior Trim Type • 4 — Dual band body side accent stripe, Excursion • 3 — Brick cloth, 40/20/40 seats • 4 — G-Grain leather captain’s chairs • E — Imola leather captain’s chairs (two-tone) • F — Brick cloth captain’s chairs • N — Imola leather captain’s chairs 2005 Excursion, 9/2004
100-01-8 100-01-8 Identification Codes DESCRIPTION AND OPERATION (Continued) Radio Type Axle Type • 1 — AM/FM stereo with six-disc, in-dash The following lists the gear ratios on rear axles. compact disc (CD) changer and clock • 31 — 3.73 non-limited slip • 9 — Premium electronic AM/FM stereo with • C1 — 3.73 limited slip cassette and clock • C2 — 4.10 limited slip • K — Premium electronic AM/FM stereo with • C3 — 4.30 limited slip cassette, compact disc player and clock 2005 Excursion, 9/2004
100-01-9 100-01-9 Identification Codes DESCRIPTION AND OPERATION (Continued) Transmission Type Springs • B — Five-speed automatic (4R75E), TorqShift Springs codes are listed as a two-part code. The (diesel) first characters listed are for the front springs. The second set of characters listed are for the rear • E — Four-speed automatic (4R100) springs. Front Springs • BB — YC35-5310-ABC (coil) • CC — YC35-5310-ACC (coil) • DD — YC35-5310-ADA (coil) • GG — YC35-5310-GA (coil) • HH — YC35-5310-HA (coil) • SS — YC35-5310-SA (coil) Rear Springs • AA — YC35-5560-A (leaf) 2005 Excursion, 9/2004
100-01-10 100-01-10 Identification Codes DESCRIPTION AND OPERATION (Continued) Powertrain Calibration Information NOTE: Powertrain calibration information is limited to a maximum of five characters per line on the vehicle certification (VC) label. Because of this, calibration identification consisting of more than five characters will wrap to the second line on the VC label. Powertrain calibration information is printed in the lower right corner of the vehicle certification label. Only the base calibration information is printed. Revision levels will not appear, however, they can be found in On Line Automotive Service Information System (OASIS). For the current model year, Ford Motor Company is using three different protocols which describe powertrain base calibration. These protocols are designed to provide worldwide standardization for vehicle calibration. If the electronic calibration strategy has been used since 1998 and carried into the current model year, Protocol 1 will be used. Refer to Protocol 1 below. If the electronic calibration strategy has been used since 1999 and is carried into the current model year, Protocol 2 will be used. Refer to Protocol 2 below. For electronic calibration strategies introduced in the 2000 or later model years, Protocol 3 will be used. Refer to Protocol 3 below. Protocol 1 Item Description 1 Model year (model year in which calibration strategy was first introduced) 2 Engine code 3 Engine revision level 2005 Excursion, 9/2004
The 2004 Ford Excursion OEM Service & Repair Manual is the factory-approved guide for keeping this full-sized powerhouse in working order. Whether you're tackling regular maintenance or diagnosing a mechanical issue, this manual provides step-by-step instructions straight from Ford—so you’re not left figuring things out the hard way.
Designed for the 5.4L SOHC V8, 6.0L Turbo Diesel V8, and 6.8L SOHC V10, it covers everything from engine servicing and transmission adjustments to suspension repairs and differential maintenance. You’ll also get factory specs, including fluid capacities, torque values, and wear limits, ensuring each repair is done to OEM standards. Sticking to these service procedures helps extend the vehicle’s lifespan, whether it’s hauling, towing, or daily driving.
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