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Oil Cooler: Installation

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    NOTE: Make sure the tab on the oil filter adapter nests into the notch in the oil cooler.
    Fig 1: Installing Oil Cooler On Oil Filter Adapter
    G01536455Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  1. Position the oil cooler on the oil filter adapter and install the threaded insert.
  2. Install a new oil filter.
    Fig 2: Installing Oil Filter
    G01536456Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  3. Connect the coolant hoses.
    Fig 3: Connecting Coolant Hoses
    G01536457Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  4. Install the left engine support insulator. For additional information, refer to ENGINE SUPPORT INSULATORS .
  5. Install the oil drain plug.
    Fig 4: Installing Oil Drain Plug
    G01536458Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  6. Fill the engine with clean engine oil.
  7. Fill and bleed the engine cooling system. For additional information, refer to ENGINE COOLING .