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Removal and Installation

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  1. With the vehicle in NEUTRAL, position it on a hoist. For additional information, refer to JACKING & LIFTING .
  2. Drain the cooling system. For additional information, refer to COOLING SYSTEM DRAINING, FILLING AND BLEEDING .
  3. If equipped, remove the 7 screws and the underbody cover.
    Fig 1: Locating Underbody Cover & Screws
    G06275534Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  4. Position the block heater heat shield aside.
  5. Remove the block heater heat shield.
  6. Disconnect the block heater electrical connector.
    NOTE: Make sure that the block heater wiring is routed and secured away from rotating or hot components, or damage to the wiring can occur.
  7. Remove the block heater.
    • To install, tighten to 20 Nm (177 lb-in).
  8. To install, reverse the removal procedure.
  9. Fill and bleed the cooling system. For additional information, refer to COOLING SYSTEM DRAINING, FILLING AND BLEEDING .