Turbocharger Coolant Supply Tube RH: 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.

With the vehicle in NEUTRAL, position it on a hoist. Refer to: Jacking and Lifting - Overview .
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 .
If equipped, remove the secondary generator. Refer to: Generator - 2.7L EcoBoost (238kW/324PS) .
Rotate the accessory drive belt tensioner clockwise and position the accessory drive belt off the A/C compressor pulley.

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NOTE: Frame removed for clarity.

Disconnect the electrical connectors and detach the wiring harness retainer.

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NOTE: Frame removed for clarity.

Loosen the bolts, then the position the A/C compressor out of the way.

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Remove the turbocharger coolant supply tube bolt.

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Remove the bolt and remove the turbocharger coolant supply tube.

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1. NOTE: Do not use a metal brush, damage to sealing area will result in leaks.
  
  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. Install new components as needed.
  
  Material
  
  : Motorcraft® Metal Brake Parts Cleaner / PM-4-A, PM-4-B
2. Remove and discard the O-ring seal.
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1. NOTE: Do not use a metal brush, damage to sealing area will result in leaks.
  
  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. Install new components as needed.
  
  Material
  
  : Motorcraft® Metal Brake Parts Cleaner / PM-4-A, PM-4-B
2. If the turbocharger coolant supply tube was removed from the turbocharger, then remove and discard the O-ring seal.

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