Charge Air Cooling System (F150 5.4L SC): Bleeding
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2002 Lincoln Navigator, 2002 Lincoln Blackwood, 2002 Ford Pickup, and 2002 Ford Expedition. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
NOTE:
Do not mix different coolants or add alcohol or methanol to system.
Add a 50/50 mix of coolant and water to charge air cooling system. Fill coolant reservoir. See Fig 1. Start engine and allow to idle for more than one minute. Turn engine off. Add coolant mix as needed. Repeat procedure to ensure all air is released from charge air cooling system.