Engine Cooling - Overview (G1088322): Overview

The engine cooling system maintains the engine within an optimum temperature range under changing ambient and engine operating conditions. The system is a pressurized expansion tank system with continuous bleeds to separate air from the coolant and prevent the formation of air locks. The engine cooling system also provides:

• Heating for:
  • The passenger compartment. For additional information, refer to: Climate Control (descripton and operation).
  • The throttle body.
• Cooling for:
  • The engine oil cooler. For additional information, refer to: OIL COOLER (G1085694) Engine - 5.0L, Vehicles With: Supercharger or 5.0L, Vehicles Without: Supercharger.
  • The transmission fluid cooler. For additional information, refer to: Transmission/Transaxle Cooling - V8 N/A 5.0L / V8 S/C 5.0L Petrol (description And Operation)

The primary components of the engine cooling system are the:

• Coolant pump.
• Thermostat.
• Radiator.
• Auxiliary radiator (SC (supercharger) vehicles only).
• Cooling fan.
• Expansion tank.
• Engine oil cooler.
• Outlet tube and heater manifold.
• Connecting hoses and pipes.