Cooling System Flushing
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2014 Ford F-150. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
MATERIAL SPECIFICATION
| Item | Specification |
|---|---|
| Motorcraft® Premium Cooling System Flush VC-1 |
ESR-M14P7-A |
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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.
Drain the engine cooling system. For additional information, refer to COOLING SYSTEM DRAINING, FILLING AND BLEEDING .
- Remove the thermostat. For additional information, refer to THERMOSTAT - 3.5L GTDI , THERMOSTAT - 3.7L , THERMOSTAT - 5.0L or THERMOSTAT - 6.2L .
- Install the coolant inlet connection (3.5L GTDI, 3.7L or 5.0L engines) or the coolant outlet connection (6.2L engines) without the thermostat.
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NOTE: Refer to the cooling system flusher manufacturer's operating instructions for specific vehicle hook-up.
Use a cooling system flusher to flush the engine and radiator.
- Use Motorcraft® Premium Cooling System Flush and follow the directions on the packaging.
- Install the thermostat. For additional information, refer to THERMOSTAT - 3.5L GTDI , THERMOSTAT - 3.7L , THERMOSTAT - 5.0L or THERMOSTAT - 6.2L .
- Fill and bleed the cooling system. For additional information, refer to COOLING SYSTEM DRAINING, FILLING AND BLEEDING .