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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: Positioning Oil Cooler On Oil Filter Adapter
    G03885414Courtesy 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: Oil Filter With Torque Specification
    G03885415Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  3. Connect the coolant hoses.
    Fig 3: Locating Cooler Hoses
    G03885411Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  4. Install the oil drain plug.
    Fig 4: Installing Oil Drain Plug
    G03885305Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  5. Fill the engine with clean engine oil.
  6. Fill and bleed the engine cooling system. For additional information, refer to ENGINE COOLING .