Removal and Installation

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Drain the engine coolant. For additional information, refer to COOLING SYSTEM DRAINING, FILLING AND BLEEDING .

Fig 1: Disconnecting Heater Hoses From Heater Core (2.0L ZETEC)
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Disconnect the heater hoses from the heater core.

Fig 2: Disconnecting Heater Hose From Hose Connection (2.0L ZETEC) (1 Of 2)
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Disconnect the heater hose from the hose connection.
Remove the RH front wheel. For additional information, refer to WHEEL AND TIRE .

Fig 3: Disconnecting Heater Hose From Hose Connection (2.0L ZETEC) (2 Of 2)

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Disconnect the heater hose from the hose connection.
To install, reverse the removal procedure.
1. Lubricate the hoses with Rubber Suspension Insulator Lube.