Removal and Installation

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2004 Ford Ranger. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Drain the cooling system. For additional information, refer to COOLING SYSTEM DRAINING, FILLING AND BLEEDING - 2.3L .
Disconnect the radiator upper hose and degas bottle vent hose.

Fig 1: Disconnecting Radiator Upper Hose And Degas Bottle Vent Hose
Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
Remove the EGR valve heater hose.

Fig 2: Removing EGR Valve Heater Hose
Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
Remove the mounting bolts and dipstick tube bolt. Remove the front coolant outlet tube.

Fig 3: Removing Front Coolant Outlet Tube
Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.

NOTE: Inspect the two O-rings. Install new O-rings if necessary.

To install, reverse the removal procedure.