Oil Cooler: Removal

WARNING: This page is about a different variant/trim than selected.

NOTE: Removal steps in this procedure may contain installation details.

With the vehicle in NEUTRAL, position it on a hoist. Refer to: Jacking and Lifting - Overview .
Remove the retainers and the engine undershield.

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NOTE: Lubricate the engine oil filter gasket with clean engine oil prior to installing the oil filter.

Remove and discard the engine oil filter.

Use the General Equipment: Oil Drain Equipment

Use the General Equipment: Strap Wrench

Material: Motorcraft ® SAE 5W-20 Synthetic Blend Motor Oil / XO-5W20-QSP (WSS-M2C945-A)

Torque: 128 lb.in (14.5 Nm)

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- Using hose locking pliers, clamp the oil cooler coolant hoses.
  Use the General Equipment: Locking Pliers
- Disconnect the coolant hoses.
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NOTE: If metal or aluminum material is present in the oil cooler, mechanical concerns exist. Failure to correct these concerns may cause engine failure.
- Remove the retainer and the engine oil cooler.
  Torque: 41 lb.ft (55 Nm)
- To diagnose mechanical concerns. Refer to: Engine .
  Use the General Equipment: Oil Drain Equipment
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Inspect the oil cooler seal.

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