Consumer Review Video - 2007 Ford F-150 XL 4.2L V6 Standard Cab Pickup (2 Door)

Common problems and easy repairs on a 2007 F-150

The 2007 Ford F-150 XL is an easy truck to maintain. No tools are needed to access its fuse box, which comes with a fuse puller to allow for hassle-free electrical troubleshooting. The entire engine coolant systme has very open access, allowing you to reliably monitor it whenever necessary. Despite its unusual shape, changing the engine air filter isn’t a problem as no tools are needed to disengage its housing and the filter removes with ease.

However, the 2007 Ford F-150 XL has its downsides. The clutch fluid reservoir doesn’t come provided with level markers or a dipstick, which won’t allow you to reliably monitor its fluid levels. The power steering fluid may also be difficult to monitor on account of its deep-seated location in the engine bay. The spare tire needs to be lowered from underneath the vehicle, which may be problematic should it get rusted to the undercarriage.

Author

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.

Replace brights

On many cars, the high beam bulb runs at reduced power during the day - check 'em and change 'em!

2006 Ford F-150 XLT 5.4L V8 Extended Cab Pickup (4 Door)

Replace reverse light

White light when you back up - yup, they burn out and you can replace them with bright LEDs

2006 Ford F-150 XLT 5.4L V8 Extended Cab Pickup (4 Door)

Change a flat tire

Learn where your spare tire and jack are located before you need it on the side of the road

2007 Ford F-150 XL 4.2L V6 Standard Cab Pickup (2 Door)

A/C blowing hot air?

If your car blows hot air when your air conditioner is turned on, try recharging the freon first

2015 Ford Expedition Platinum 3.5L V6 Turbo