Ford Explorer: Engine Cooling - 2.3L EcoBoost (201kW/273PS) / Removal and Installation - Block Heater
Special Tool(s) /
General Equipment
Hose Clamp Remover/Installer |
Removal
NOTE:
Removal steps in this procedure may contain installation details.
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Drain the cooling system.
Refer to: Engine Cooling System Draining, Vacuum Filling and Bleeding (303-03A Engine Cooling - 2.3L EcoBoost (201kW/273PS), General Procedures).
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Remove the intake manifold.
Refer to: Intake Manifold (303-01A)
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Release the clamp and disconnect the coolant hose.
Use the General Equipment: Hose Clamp Remover/Installer
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NOTE:
Make sure the block heater wiring is routed and secured away from rotating or hot components.
Disconnect the block heater electrical connector.
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Remove the block heater.
Torque:
30 lb.ft (40 Nm)
Installation
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To install, reverse the removal procedure.
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Fill and bleed the cooling system.
Refer to: Engine Cooling System Draining, Vacuum Filling and Bleeding (303-03A Engine Cooling - 2.3L EcoBoost (201kW/273PS), General Procedures).
Materials
Name
Specification
Motorcraft® Premium Cooling System FlushVC-1
ESR-M14P7-A
Flushing
WARNING:
Always allow the engine to cool before opening the cooling..
Special Tool(s) /
General Equipment
Hose Clamp Remover/Installer
Removal
WARNING:
Always allow the engine to cool before opening the cooling
system...
Other information:
Special Tool(s) /
General Equipment
300-OTC1585AEPowertrain Lift
Vehicle/Axle Stands
Wooden Block
Removal
NOTICE:
Suspension fasteners are critical parts that affect the
performance of vital components and systems. Failure of these fasteners
may result in major service expense...
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