Turbocharger Coolant Supply Tube RH: Removal
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2020 Ford F-150. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
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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.
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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.
- With the vehicle in NEUTRAL, position it on a hoist. Refer to: Jacking and Lifting - Overview .
- If equipped, remove the retainers and the transmission housing cover.
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NOTE: Vehicles come with a skid plate or a splash shield.NOTE: Skid plate shown, splash shield similar.
If equipped, remove the bolts and the skid plate or splash shield.
- Drain the cooling system. Refer to Engine Cooling System Draining, Vacuum Filling And Bleeding
- Remove the right front fender splash shield. Refer to: Fender Splash Shield .
- Remove the air cleaner outlet pipe RH. Refer to: Air Cleaner Outlet Pipe RH .
- Remove the turbocharger coolant supply tube bolt.
- Remove the bolt and remove the turbocharger coolant supply tube.
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NOTE: Inspect the turbocharger tube and the sealing surfaces. Ensure that the retaining brackets are not bent, check for square-ness of the retaining brackets 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.
Remove and discard the turbocharger coolant return tube O-ring seals.
Material: Motorcraft® Metal Brake Parts Cleaner / PM-4-A, PM-4-B