Oil Cooler: Removal
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2013 Ford Explorer. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
WARNING:
Before beginning any service procedure, refer to SAFETY WARNINGS
. Failure to follow this instruction may result in serious personal injury.
- With the vehicle in NEUTRAL, position it on a hoist. REFER to JACKING AND LIFTING .
- Using hose clamp pliers, clamp the 2 oil cooler coolant hoses and remove the 2 coolant hoses from the oil cooler.
- Remove the oil filter and discard.
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NOTE: If metal or aluminum is present in the oil cooler, mechanical concerns exist. Failure to correct these concerns may result in engine failure. To diagnose mechanical concerns, refer to ENGINE .
Remove the 6 bolts and the oil cooler.