Oil Cooler: Removal

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

With the vehicle in NEUTRAL, position on a hoist. For additional information, refer to JACKING & LIFTING .
Drain the engine cooling system. For additional information, refer to ENGINE COOLING .
Drain the engine oil.

Fig 1: Draining Engine Oil
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Disconnect the coolant hoses.

Fig 2: Disconnecting Coolant Hoses
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Remove the oil filter.

Fig 3: Removing Oil Filter
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Remove the threaded insert and the oil cooler.

Fig 4: Removing Threaded Insert And Oil Cooler
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Clean and inspect the oil cooler.
- Plug the coolant connections.
- Flush the oil passages with parts cleaner. If metal particles are present in the oil cooler, install a new cooler.