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Oil Cooler: Installation

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  1. Align the oil cooler to the oil filter adapter and install the oil cooler insert bolt.
    • Tighten to 58 Nm (43 lb-ft).
      Fig 1: Locating Oil Cooler Insert Bolt
      G08336841Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  2. Connect the oil cooler coolant hoses.
    • Remove the hose clamp pliers.
      Fig 2: Locating Oil Cooler Coolant Hoses Clamp
      G07958884Courtesy 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) and then rotate an additional 180 degrees.
  4. If equipped, position the air deflector and fasten the 4 retainers. Install the skid plate cover.
    Fig 3: Locating Air Deflector Retainers And Skid Plate Cover
    G07958876Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  5. Install the ACL outlet pipe and the LH ACL-to-turbocharger pipe. For additional information, refer to Intake Air System Components - Exploded View, 3.5L GTDI in REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION .
  6. Inspect and adjust the coolant level in the degas bottle.
  7. Inspect and adjust the engine oil level.