Degas Bottle: Removal
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2018 Ford F-550 Super Duty, 2018 Ford F-450 Super Duty, 2018 Ford F-350 Super Duty, and 2018 Ford F-250 Super Duty. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
WARNING:
Always allow the engine to cool before opening the cooling system. Do not unscrew the coolant pressure relief cap when the engine is operating or the cooling system is hot. The cooling system is under pressure; steam and hot liquid can come out forcefully when the cap is loosened slightly. Failure to follow these instructions may result in serious personal injury.
NOTE:
Removal steps in this procedure may contain installation details.
- Remove the air cleaner outlet pipe. Refer to: Air Cleaner Outlet Pipe .
- WARNING: When releasing the cooling system pressure, cover the coolant expansion tank cap with a thick cloth.
Release the cooling system pressure by slowly turning the degas bottle cap between 2 and 3 turns and remove the degas bottle cap.
- Using general tools, clamp the lower expansion tank hoses and syphon the engine coolant from the expansion tank. Use the General Equipment: Fluid Suction Gun Use the General Equipment: Locking Pliers
- Release the clamps and disconnect the coolant hoses. Use the General Equipment: Hose Clamp Remover/Installer
- Remove the bolts, release the tab and remove the degas bottle.
Torque: 62 lb.in (7 Nm)
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NOTE: This step is only necessary when installing a new component.
Remove the overflow hose.