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Cooling System Flushing

Fig 1: Identifying Special Tools
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  1. Drain the cooling system. For additional information, Refer to COOLING SYSTEM DRAINING, FILLING AND BLEEDING .
  2. Remove the thermostat (8575). For additional information, refer to THERMOSTAT - 2.0L ZETEC  or THERMOSTAT - 3.0L (4V) .
  3. Install the water hose connection (8592) without the thermostat.
    4. NOTE: Refer to the Pro Flush and Fill, Coolant Flush and Fill tool operating instructions for specific vehicle hook-up.
  4. Using the special tools, flush the engine and radiator.

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

  5. Install the thermostat.
  6. Backflush the heater core.
  7. Fill the cooling system. For additional information, Refer to COOLING SYSTEM DRAINING, FILLING AND BLEEDING .
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