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Cooling System Flushing

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SPECIAL TOOLS CHART

G06395432
Drain Kit
164-R3662 or equivalent
G06395433
Flush Kit Hardware Package
164-R3658 or equivalent
G06598366
Proflush and Fill Coolant Flush and Fill
023-00154 or equivalent
MATERIAL SPECIFICATIONS

Item Specification
Motorcraft® Premium Cooling System Flush
VC-1
ESR-M14P7-A
    WARNING: Always allow the engine to cool before opening the cooling system. Do not unscrew the coolant pressure relief cap when the engine is operating or the cooling system is hot. The cooling system is under pressure; steam and hot liquid can come out forcefully when the cap is loosened slightly. Failure to follow these instructions may result in serious personal injury.
  1. Once pressure is released, remove the pressure relief cap.

    Drain the cooling system. For additional information, refer to COOLING SYSTEM DRAINING, FILLING AND BLEEDING  .

  2. Remove the thermostat. For additonal information, refer to THERMOSTAT  .
  3. Install the coolant hose connection without the thermostat.
  4. NOTE: Refer to the cooling system Flush-All Operating Instructions for specific vehicle hook-up.
  5. Use cooling system Flush-All, Flush Kit Hardware Package and Drain Kit to flush the engine and radiator.

    Use Premium Cooling System Flush VC-1 or equivalent meeting Ford specification ESR-M14P7-A.

  6. Install the thermostat. For additonal information, refer to THERMOSTAT  .
  7. Fill and bleed the cooling system. For additional information, refer to COOLING SYSTEM DRAINING, FILLING AND BLEEDING  .