Target Audience:
Full-size SUV buyers, large families, towing and hauling users
Segment:
Full-size body-on-frame SUV
Primary Competitors:
Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban, GMC Yukon, Toyota Sequoia, Nissan Armada
Passenger Space:
Three-row seating for up to eight (nine with front bench)
Towing Capacity:
Up to 9,200 lbs when properly equipped
Cargo Volume:
Extended-length EL version offers class-leading cargo room
Drivetrain:
RWD standard, ControlTrac 4WD optional
Suspension:
Independent rear suspension with load-leveling
Manual Type:
Factory-derived service and repair information (RepairSurge, licensed OE content)
Delivery Method:
Instant download
Access Period:
Full one year of access; discounted additional years available
Compatible Devices:
PC, laptop, smartphone, tablet with a web browser
Requirement:
Internet connection and web browser
Engine:
5.4L 3V Triton V8, including cylinder head and timing chain service
Transmission:
6R80 6-speed automatic transmission overhaul and diagnostics
Drivetrain:
4WD system, transfer case, differentials, and driveshafts
Brakes:
Four-wheel disc brakes, ABS, hydraulic system, parking brake
Suspension:
Front and rear independent suspension, load-leveling rear shocks
Steering:
Hydraulic power steering gear, linkage, pump service
Heating and A/C:
Climate control system, refrigerant service, blower and actuators
Electrical:
Wiring diagrams, lighting, gauges, power accessories, body control modules
Restraints:
Airbag system, seat belts, occupant classification
Body and Interior:
Panels, trim, doors, liftgate, seats, glass
Diagnostics:
Fault code retrieval, symptom troubleshooting, module self-tests
Removal and Installation:
Step-by-step component R&I procedures
Specifications:
Torque specs, fluid capacities, adjustment values
Maintenance:
Fluid changes, filter replacement, inspection intervals
Wiring Diagrams:
Complete electrical schematics
Special Tools:
Required tool identification for specific jobs
Technical Depth and Parts
Technical Depth:
Professional technician-level detail derived from OE materials
Parts Information:
Part numbers, torque specifications, and fluid capacities included
Photos and Illustrations:
Diagrams and photos supporting procedures
File Format:
PDF (searchable, bookmarked, zoomable)
Compatibility:
Windows, macOS, Linux, iOS, and Android — any device with a PDF reader
Requirements:
A PDF reader application (e.g. Adobe Acrobat Reader, free)
Searchability:
Fully text searchable for fast lookup of any topic
Print Quality:
High-resolution digital pages, printable at full clarity
Binding Type:
N/A — digital download, no physical binding
Paper Type:
N/A — digital download, no physical paper
Engine Options:
Single engine: 5.4L 3V Triton SOHC V8
Displacement:
5.4L (330 cu in)
Valvetrain:
SOHC, 3 valves per cylinder, single overhead cam per bank
Block / Heads:
Iron block, aluminum cylinder heads
Horsepower:
310 hp @ 5,000 rpm
Torque:
365 lb-ft @ 3,500 rpm
Fuel Requirement:
Regular unleaded, 87 octane
Fuel Delivery:
Sequential multi-port electronic fuel injection
Fuel Tank Capacity:
Approx. 28 gallons (standard wheelbase)
Fuel Economy:
Approx. 14 mpg city / 20 mpg highway (2WD)
Standard Transmission:
6R80 6-speed automatic
Optional Transmission:
N/A - 6R80 automatic was the only transmission offered
Shift Control:
Electronic column shifter with tow/haul mode
Standard Drivetrain:
Rear-wheel drive
Optional Drivetrain:
ControlTrac four-wheel drive with 2-speed low range
Features:
Tow/Haul mode, integrated trailer brake controller (Towing package)
Wheelbase:
119.0 in (standard) / 131.0 in (EL)
Length:
223.3 in (standard) / 221.9 in (EL)
Height:
76.7 in (2WD standard)
Curb Weight:
Approx. 5,600-5,900 lbs depending on configuration
Max Towing Capacity:
Up to 9,200 lbs when properly equipped
NHTSA Overall Rating:
4 out of 5 stars
Frontal Crash:
4 stars (NHTSA)
Side Crash:
5 stars (NHTSA)
Rollover Resistance:
3 stars (NHTSA), typical for large body-on-frame SUVs
ABS:
Four-wheel anti-lock braking system
Stability Control:
AdvanceTrac with Roll Stability Control (RSC)
Trailer Sway Control:
Standard with integrated trailer sway damping
Tire Pressure Monitoring:
Standard TPMS
Airbags:
Front, side-impact, and Safety Canopy side-curtain airbags
Seat Belts:
Three-point belts in all rows, pretensioners front
Child Seat Anchors:
LATCH system in second and third rows
Audio System:
AM/FM/CD/MP3 with auxiliary input jack
Premium Audio:
Available Sony audio system with subwoofer
Navigation:
Available voice-activated navigation system
Connectivity:
Available SYNC hands-free communication and entertainment system
Rear View Camera:
Available reverse camera integrated with navigation display
Parking Sensors:
Available rear parking assist
Advanced ADAS:
N/A - modern ADAS features (adaptive cruise, lane keep) not offered on this generation
Oil Change:
Per Intelligent Oil-Life Monitor, typically up to 7,500 miles / 6 months
Tire Rotation:
Every 7,500 miles with oil change
Air Filter:
Inspect every 15,000-30,000 miles
Spark Plugs:
Replace at 100,000 miles
Transmission Fluid:
Inspect/replace per severe-use schedule, typically 60,000 miles
Engine Oil:
SAE 5W-20 synthetic blend, approx. 7 quarts with filter
Coolant:
Motorcraft Orange (specialty) extended-life coolant
Transmission Fluid:
Motorcraft Mercon LV
Transfer Case Fluid:
Motorcraft Mercon LV
Rear Axle Fluid:
Synthetic rear axle lubricant (per spec in manual)
Known Issues / Common Wear Items
Spark Plug / Plug Well Sealing:
3V Triton plugs can seize or leak; follow removal procedure carefully
Timing Chain Phasers:
VVT phaser and timing chain wear can cause rattle at cold start
Load-Leveling Shocks:
Rear air-assist shocks are common wear items
Ball Joints:
Front ball joints wear on higher-mileage or heavy-tow vehicles
Manufacturer:
Ford Motor Company, Dearborn, Michigan, USA
Model Introduction:
Expedition introduced in 1997 as the replacement for the Bronco-based Ford Bronco
First Generation:
1997-2002, UN93 platform
Second Generation:
2003-2006, U222 full redesign with independent rear suspension
Third Generation:
2007-2017, U354; 2012 sits late in this generation with standard 6-speed automatic
Production Location:
Wayne, Michigan, USA (Wayne Stamping & Assembly Plant)
Body Style:
Full-size body-on-frame SUV, three rows of seating
Sales:
Consistently among the best-selling full-size SUVs in the U.S.
Fleet Recognition:
Long-standing favorite for fleet, law enforcement, and towing applications
Formal Awards:
N/A - no specific formal awards documented for the 2012 model year