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The following section is an excerpt from Wikipedia's Ford Expedition page on 18 June 2016, text available via the Creative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike 3.0 Unported License.
The Ford Expedition is a full-size SUV built by Ford. Introduced in 1996 for the 1997 model year as a replacement to the Bronco, it was previously slotted above the smaller Explorer. It is Ford's largest and last truck-based, off-road and tow-capable SUV. The Expedition is based on the Ford F-150 pickup and shares various components. It comes in a regular-size and in the longer EL/Max version (2007–present) that replaced the Excursion which was discontinued in 2005.
The Expedition is the third Ford vehicle to use the "Expedition" name, as it was originally used on a 1992 concept vehicle, the F-150 Eddie Bauer Expedition. The name was subsequently and briefly used for one of the Ford Explorer Sport (two door)'s trim levels during the 1995 model year, before applied to this SUV for the 1997 model year. Expeditions were originally built in Wayne, Michigan. In 2009, Ford shifted third generation production to Louisville, Kentucky, and converted the Wayne assembly plant to build the Focus. A refreshed third generation arrived to dealers in July 2014 for the 2015 model year.
Vehicle background
The Expedition offered up to nine-passenger seating in model years before 2007 (with a front bench seat option); 2007–present has bucket seats in the first row. It is equipped with a V8 engine. It is similar to the Lincoln Navigator, especially in Limited or King Ranch high end trims; both of which were introduced for the 2005 model year. With the 2011 model year, the base model was designated XL, an upgraded XLT, and new for 2011 XLT Premium that replaced the Eddie Bauer trim which was phased out from the entire Ford vehicle lineup. As of 2010, over 1,545,241 Expeditions (both standard and EL/Max) have been sold. A modified Special Service Vehicle version is available for law enforcement agencies, fire departments, and emergency medical services.
The Ford Expedition is also known for being one of the longest-lasting vehicles on the road. With 5% of vehicles over 200K miles, it landed the #4 spot in a 2016 study by iSeeCars.com listing the top 10 longest-lasting vehicles.
First generation (1996–2002)
Known internally at Ford as the UN93, the first generation Expedition was developed under the UN93 program from 1991 to 1996.[5] The all-new full-size SUV was introduced in late 1996 as a 1997 model. It replaced the aging two-door Ford Bronco. The XLT was the base model. The Expedition featured optional three row seating, first row captains chair seating, available second row captains chair seating, leather seating surfaces, illuminated running boards, heated side view mirrors, power moon roof, dual zone climate control and Ford's Mach audio sound system with rear subwoofer. Many of these features were standard on the Eddie Bauer version.
Second generation (2003–2006)
The redesigned second-generation Expedition was developed under the U222 program code name from 1996 to 2002, under Ford chief vehicle engineer Steve von Foerster and chief program engineer John Krafcik from 1998 to 2002. Design work began in 1997, with a proposal by Tyler Blake being chosen by management and frozen for production in 1999. UN93-body mules were spotted testing in 2000, with full prototypes running from late 2000. The new Expedition was unveiled at the 2002 North American International Auto Show, in January. It was launched in 2002 for the 2003 model year and featured a new four-wheel independent long-travel suspension system, becoming the first full-size sport utility vehicle to use a fully independent suspension.
The new independent rear suspension (IRS) was perceived as being controversial by some at the time of its introduction. A misconception was that the Expedition's towing and off-road capabilities would be reduced, in comparison to the previous generation's rear live axle. Nevertheless, underbody obstacle clearance improved by half an inch, and up to two inches under the axle differentials. The new suspension reduces rear unsprung mass by 110 pounds, and allows for a full 9.4 inches of suspension travel (how much the wheels can travel up or down) improving its ability to traverse uneven terrain for improved control and ride quality. The four-wheel independent long-travel suspension itself is a purpose-built version of race suspensions found on off-road desert race vehicles.
Third generation (2007–present)
The 2007 model year introduced the third generation developed under the U324 program code name which was an updated version of the second generation Expedition. Most of the improvements were mechanical in nature, and included a sheet metal refresh and redesigned interior with upgraded materials A new long wheelbase Expedition EL in (U.S. only) and called the Expedition Max (in Canada and Mexico only) as a replacement for the discontinued Ford Excursion.
High-strength hydroformed fully boxed Ford T platform (chassis) was a modified version of the half-ton Ford P2 platform from the Ford F-150. The new T1 platform replaced the old U platform, and provides 10 percent more torsional rigidity than the U platform. T1 incorporates a four-wheel independent long-travel suspension system (first introduced on the second generation) with redesigned suspension geometry and an all-new five-link rear suspension with new rear lower control-arms. As with previous model years, the suspension system could be had with adaptive pneumatic air-ride springs.
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| Date | Document Name & Details | Documents |
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| September 2007 | Not in Traffic Surveillance Roll Away Investigation / Vehicle to Non Motorist 1998 Ford Expedition National Highway Traffic Safety Administration |  PDF - 3,762KB - 23 pages |
| classified date 2000 | Special Crash Investigation Report Case Vehicle: 1999 Ford Expedition, 4-door 4x4 SUV National Highway Traffic Safety Administration | PDF - 31.5B - 91 pages |
| classified date 2000 | Special Crash Investigation Report Case Vehicle: 2000 Ford Expedition Eddie Bauer 4 x 4, 4-door SUV National Highway Traffic Safety Administration | PDF - 49.7MB - 116 pages |
| January 2005 | On-Site Child Safety Seat Investigation Vehicle - 2000 Ford Expedition Cosco Eddie Bauer Convertible Seat National Highway Traffic Safety Administration | PDF - 266KB - 15 pages |
| March 2005 | Child Safety Seat Investigation/ Vehicle to Vehicle 2000 Ford Expedition National Highway Traffic Safety Administration | PDF - 2,911KB - 22 pages |
| March 2008 | Remote Not in Traffic Surveillance Back Over Investigation 2000 Ford Expedition National Highway Traffic Safety Administration | PDF - 2,288KB - 23 pages |
| August 2005 | Child Safety Seat Fatality Investigation 2002 Ford Expedition 1993 Dodge Caravan National Highway Traffic Safety Administration | PDF - 3,056KB - 30 pages |
| September 2007 | Child Safety Seat / Vehicle to Vehicle Investigation 2002 Ford Expedition National Highway Traffic Safety Administration | PDF - 4,513KB - 25 pages |
| October 2002 | Ford Safety Canopy Special Study Investigation Vehicle - 2003 Ford Expedition National Highway Traffic Safety Administration | PDF - 5,835KB - 14 pages |
| February 2004 | SCI/NASS Combination Ford Safety Canopy Special Study Investigation Vehicle - 2003 Ford Expedition National Highway Traffic Safety Administration | PDF - 3,019KB - 12 pages |
| 12 April 2007 | Safety Compliance Testing for FMVSS No. 138: Tire Pressure Monitoring Systems 2006 Expedition Four-Door MPV National Highway Traffic Safety Administration | PDF - 2.9MB - 83 pages |
| May 2004 | Ford Safety Canopy Investigation / Rollover 2003 Ford Expedition National Highway Traffic Safety Administration | PDF - 2,217KB - 17 pages |
| July 2004 | Ford Safety Canopy/Child Safety Seat Investigation/Rollover 2003 Ford Expedition National Highway Traffic Safety Administration | PDF - 2,273KB - 32 pages |
| July 2007 | On-Site Not in Traffic Surveillance Back Over Investigation Vehicle - 2003 Ford Expedition Eddie Bauer National Highway Traffic Safety Administration | PDF - 4,238KB - 24 pages |
| September 2007 | ODI Rollover/Rim Fracture Investigation 2003 Ford Expedition National Highway Traffic Safety Administration | PDF - 2,430KB - 14 pages |
| June 2009 | On-Site Side Impact Inflatable Occupant Protection Investigation Vehicle - 2003 Ford Expedition Eddie Bauer National Highway Traffic Safety Administration | PDF - 1,886KB - 15 pages |
| July 2009 | Not-in-Traffic Surveillance Calspan On-Site Front Over Incident Investigation Vehicle: 2003 Ford Expedition National Highway Traffic Safety Administration | PDF - 1,390KB - 21 pages |
| June 2004 | Ford Safety Canopy Investigation/Vehicle Rollover 2004 Ford Expedition National Highway Traffic Safety Administration | PDF - 1,131KB - 15 pages |
| 25 February 2003 | Vehicle Safety Compliance Testing for FMVSS 208 for Occupant Crash Protection: Sled Test 2003 Ford Expedition National Highway Traffic Safety Administration | PDF - 6.6MB - 229 pages |
| 17 April 2003 | Safety Compliance Testing for FMVSS 135: Passenger Car Brake Systems 2003 Ford Expedition XLT, 4-Door MPV National Highway Traffic Safety Administration | PDF - 2.3MB - 74 pages |
| 4 September 2003 | Safety Compliance Testing for FMVSS 301L: Fuel System Integrity 2003 Ford Expedition MPV National Highway Traffic Safety Administration | PDF - 5.1MB - 63 pages |
| 29 November 2006 | Safety Compliance Testing for FMVSS No. 110: Tire Selection and Rims Ford Expedition XLT Four-Door 4X2 MPV National Highway Traffic Safety Administration | PDF - 2.9MB - 43 pages |
| 8 May 2007 | Safety Compliance Testing for FMVSS 301R: Fuel System Integrity - Rear Impact 2006 Ford Expedition XLT 4X2 National Highway Traffic Safety Administration | PDF - 5.5MB - 56 pages |
| February 2009 | On-Site Rollover Investigation 2007 Ford Expedition XLT National Highway Traffic Safety Administration | PDF - 2,169KB - 28 pages |
| Date | Article | Author/Source |
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| 29 June 2002 | ALCAN ALUMINUM HELPS LIGHTEN THE LOAD ON 2003 FORD EXPEDITION AND NAVIGATOR | Alcan Automotive |
| 7 March 2011 | For Sale: 2004 Ford Expedition  | Gus Philpott, The Woodstock Advocate |
| Post Date | Description | Price | Location |
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| 25 October 2017 | 2013 Ford Motor Co Expedition | GSA Auction | Groveland, Florida  |
