Removal and Installation
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2002 Ford Escape. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Drain the engine coolant. For additional information, refer to ENGINE COOLING .
- Remove the oil filter.
- Remove the oil cooler.
- Disconnect the coolant hoses.
- Remove the cooler mounting bolt.
- Carefully clean the sealing surfaces.
- Install a new oil filter.
- To install, reverse the removal procedure.
CAUTION:
The oil cooler sealing surfaces are soft metals. Do not use abrasive grinding discs to remove gasket material; only use manual scrapers. Do not scratch or gouge sealing surfaces or oil leaks may occur.