Backflushing - Heater Core
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2004 Ford Pickup, 2004 Ford F550 Super Duty, 2004 Ford F450 Super Duty, 2004 Ford Excursion, and 2004 Ford Cab & Chassis. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
Special Tool(s)
Material
MATERIAL SPECIFICATION
| Item | Specification |
|---|---|
| Motorcraft Cooling System Flush VC-1 or equivalent | ESR-M14P7-A |
- Once pressure is released, remove the pressure relief cap.
- Clamp off the heater hoses.
- Use cooling system Flush-All, Flush Kit Hardware Package and Drain Kit to backflush the heater core. Use Motorcraft Cooling System Flush or equivalent.
- Remove the clamps from the heater hoses.
WARNING:
Never remove the pressure relief cap while the engine is operating or when the cooling system is hot. Failure to follow these instructions can result in damage to the cooling system or engine or 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 you are sure 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.
NOTE:
Refer to the cooling system Flush-All Operating Instructions for particular vehicle hook-up.