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Removal and Installation

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  1. Drain the engine coolant. For additional information refer to ENGINE COOLING .
  2. Remove the oil pan drain bolt and drain the engine oil.
    Fig 1: Removing Oil Pan Drain Bolt
    G03429784Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  3. Remove and discard the oil filter.
    Fig 2: Removing & Discard Oil Filter
    G03429785Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  4. Disconnect the coolant hoses at the cooler.
    Fig 3: Disconnecting Coolant Hoses At Cooler
    G03429786Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  5. Remove and discard the oil cooler.
    Fig 4: Removing & Oil Cooler
    G03429787Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  6. To install, reverse the removal procedure.
    • Install a new oil cooler.
    • Fill the crankcase with clean engine oil.
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