Turbocharger Coolant Supply Tube: Removal

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NOTE: The turbocharger compressor vanes can be damaged by even the smallest particles. When removing any turbocharger or engine air intake system component, ensure that no debris enters the system. Failure to do so may result in damage to the turbocharger.

NOTE: Special attention needs to be given to the sealing ports for the oil feed, the oil drain, and the coolant lines, on turbocharged engines. The sealing ports must be totally clean and free from O-ring residue, have no damage to the sealing surface and the lines to ensure that there are no leaks or repeat repairs.

Drain the cooling system. Refer to: Engine Cooling System Draining, Vacuum Filling and Bleeding .
Remove the catalytic converter. Refer to: Catalytic Converter .
If needed, remove the turbocharger exhaust studs.

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Remove the turbocharger coolant tube bolts, disconnect the hose and then remove the turbocharger coolant tubes. Use the General Equipment: Hose Clamp Remover/Installer

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Remove the turbocharger coolant tube clamp bolt, remove the turbocharger coolant tube clamp. Separate and discard the turbocharger coolant supply tube from the turbocharger coolant return tube.

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- Inspect the turbocharger tube and the sealing surfaces. Ensure that the retaining bracket is not bent, check for square-ness of the retaining bracket to the O-ring area. Use brake cleaner and a NYLON brush to clean. DO-NOT USE A METAL BRUSH; DAMAGE TO SEALING AREA WILL RESULT IN LEAKS.
1. Remove and discard the turbocharger coolant tube O-ring seal.
  Material: Motorcraft® Metal Brake Parts Cleaner / PM-4-A, PM-4-B

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