Cooling System Flushing
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2002 Ford RV Cutaway, 2002 Ford Econoline, 2002 Ford E550 Super Duty, 2002 Ford E450 Super Duty, and 2002 Ford Cutaway. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Once pressure is released, remove the pressure relief cap.
Drain the cooling system. For additional information, refer to COOLING SYSTEM DRAINING, FILLING AND BLEEDING .
- Remove the water thermostat
- Install the water hose connection (8592) without the water thermostat (8575).
- Use cooling system Flush-All, Flush Kit Hardware Package and Drain Kit to flush the engine and radiator.
Use Motorcraft Premium Cooling System Flush VC-1 or equivalent meeting Ford specification ESR-M14P7A.
- Install the thermostat.
- Backflush the heater core. For additional information, refer to HEATER CORE BACKFLUSHING .
- Fill the cooling system. For additional information, refer to COOLING SYSTEM DRAINING, FILLING AND BLEEDING .
WARNING:
Never remove the pressure relief cap while the engine is operating or when the cooling system is hot. Failure to follow these instructions can result in damage to the cooling system or engine or personal injury. To avoid having scalding hot coolant or steam blow out of the degas bottle when removing the pressure relief cap, wait until the engine has cooled, then wrap a thick cloth around the pressure relief cap and turn it slowly. Step back while the pressure is released from the cooling system. When you are sure all the pressure has been released, turn and remove the pressure relief cap (still with a cloth).
NOTE:
Refer to the cooling system Flush-All Operating Instructions for specific vehicle hook-up.