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Removal and Installation

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CAUTION: Make sure the ignition switch is in the OFF position prior to working on the electronic engine controls.
  1. Turn the ignition switch to the OFF position.
    WARNING: Never remove the pressure radiator relief cap while the engine is hot. Failure to follow these instructions can result in damage to the cooling system or engine or result in personal injury. To avoid having scalding hot coolant or steam blow out of the degas bottle when removing the Pressure Relief cap, wait until the engine has cooled, then wrap a thick cloth around the Pressure Relief cap and turn it slowly. Step back while the pressure is released from the cooling system. When certain all the pressure has been released, (still with a cloth) turn and remove the Pressure Relief cap. Failure to follow these instructions can result in personal injury.
    CAUTION: The coolant must be recovered in a suitable, clean container for reuse. If the coolant is contaminated, it must be recycled or disposed of correctly and system filled with new coolant.
    CAUTION: Always fill the cooling system with the same type of coolant that was drained from the system. Do not mix coolant types.
  2. Partially drain the cooling system.
  3. Remove the retainers and the air deflector.
    Fig 1: Removing Retainers And Air Deflector
    G02761828Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  4. Remove the power steering reservoir bracket retainers.
    Fig 2: Removing Power Steering Reservoir Bracket Retainers
    G02761829Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  5. Remove the power steering fluid indicator and retainers. Remove the power steering reservoir bracket. Install the power steering indicator and position aside.
    Fig 3: Removing Power Steering Fluid Indicator
    G02761830Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  6. Disconnect the coolant hoses from the air cleaner outlet pipe.
    Fig 4: Disconnecting Coolant Hoses From Air Cleaner Outlet Pipe
    G02761831Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
    NOTE: Air cleaner side shown, engine side similar.
  7. Loosen the clamps and remove the air cleaner outlet pipe.
    Fig 5: Removing Air Cleaner Outlet Pipe
    G02761832Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
    NOTE: If there is any oil residue, clean both connecting ports and the inside surface of the charge air cooler pipe to prevent the pipe from blowing off.
  8. Loosen the clamps and remove the charge air cooler (CAC) pipe.
    Fig 6: Removing Charge Air Cooler (CAC) Pipe
    G02761833Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  9. Disconnect the engine coolant temperature (ECT) electrical connector.
    Fig 7: Disconnecting Engine Coolant Temperature (ECT) Electrical Connector
    G02761834Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  10. Remove the ECT sensor.
    Fig 8: Removing ECT Sensor
    G02761835Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
    NOTE: Apply clean engine oil to the O-ring seal before installation.
  11. To install, reverse the removal procedure.
    • Fill and bleed the engine cooling system. For additional information refer to ENGINE COOLING .
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