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Oil Cooler: Installation

  1. Using new gaskets, install the oil cooler and the 6 bolts.
    • Tighten in the sequence shown in illustration to 10 Nm (89 lb-in).
    Fig 1: Identifying Oil Cooler Bolts Tightening Sequence
    G08029508Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  2. Install the 2 coolant hoses to the oil cooler.
    • Remove the 2 hose clamp pliers.
    Fig 2: Locating Coolant Hoses Clamps
    G08029509Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  3. NOTE: Do not lubricate the engine oil filter gasket.

    Install a new engine oil filter.

    • Tighten to 5 Nm (44 lb-in), then turn an additional 180 degrees.
    Fig 3: Identifying Engine Oil Filter
    G08029503Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.