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Removal and Installation

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  1. Remove the cooling fan shroud. For additional information, refer to COOLING FAN - BLADE, CLUTCH AND SHROUD, 5.4L, 6.8L .
  2. Disconnect the lower radiator coolant hose.
  3. Push the available special tool into the fitting to release the tube retaining clip and remove the transmission cooler tubes from the radiator.
    Fig 1: Removing Transmission Cooler Tubes From Radiator
    G04649168Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  4. Remove the 4 bolts and the 2 radiator support brackets.
    • To install, tighten to 10 Nm (89 lb-in).
  5. Remove the radiator and the radiator insulators.
  6. To install, reverse the removal procedure.