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Oil Cooler: Installation

  1. Install the oil cooler and tube assembly and the mounting bolt.
    • Tighten to 35 Nm (26 lb-ft).
    Fig 1: Installing Oil Cooler And Tube Assembly And Mounting Bolt
    G04004012Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  2. Install the new oil filter.
    • Lubricate the oil filter seal with clean engine oil prior to installation.
    • Tighten the oil filter 1/2 turn after the gasket makes contact with sealing surface.
  3. Connect the 2 quick disconnect oil cooler coolant tubes.
    Fig 2: Disconnecting Oil Cooler Coolant Tubes
    G04004011Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  4. Fill and bleed the cooling system. For additional information, refer to ENGINE COOLING .
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