Material Specifications
MATERIAL SPECIFICATIONS
| Item | Specification |
|---|---|
| Motorcraft® Premium Cooling System Flush VC-1 |
ESR-M14P7-A |
- Once pressure is released, remove the pressure relief cap/radiator cap.
- Drain the cooling system. For additional information, refer to COOLING SYSTEM DRAINING, FILLING AND BLEEDING in this service information.
- Remove the coolant thermostat. For additional information, refer to THERMOSTAT - 3.7L , THERMOSTAT - 5.0L or Thermostat - 5.4L (4V) in this service information.
- Install the coolant hose connection without the thermostat.
- Using an appropriate cooling system flusher, 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 AND THERMOSTAT HOUSING - EXPLODED VIEW and THERMOSTAT - 3.7L , THERMOSTAT - 5.0L or THERMOSTAT - 5.4L (4V) in this service information.
- Backflush the heater core. For additional information, refer to HEATER CORE BACKFLUSHING in this service information.
- Fill and bleed the cooling system. For additional information, refer to COOLING SYSTEM DRAINING, FILLING AND BLEEDING in this service information.
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.
NOTE:
Refer to the cooling system flusher manufacturer's operating instructions for specific vehicle hook-up.