Ford Explorer: Engine Cooling - 2.3L EcoBoost (201kW/273PS) / Removal and Installation - Radiator
Removal
NOTE:
Removal steps in this procedure may contain installation details.
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Remove the cooling module.
Refer to: Cooling Module (303-03A Engine Cooling - 2.3L EcoBoost (201kW/273PS), Removal and Installation).
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Remove the bolt, release the tabs and remove the A/C condenser.
Torque:
80 lb.in (9 Nm)
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Remove the bolts, release the tabs and remove the cooling fan motor and shroud.
Torque:
71 lb.in (8 Nm)
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Remove the upper and lower radiator insulators.
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).
Special Tool(s) /
General Equipment
Fluid Suction Gun
Hose Clamp Remover/Installer
Removal
WARNING:
Always allow the engine to cool before opening the cooling
system...
Removal
NOTE:
Removal steps in this procedure may contain installation details.
Drain the cooling system.
Refer to: Engine Cooling System Draining, Vacuum Filling and Bleeding (303-03A ..
Other information:
A - Battery. See Changing the 12V Battery.
B - Engine oil filler cap. See Engine Oil Check.
C - Engine oil dipstick. See Engine Oil Dipstick.
D - Brake fluid reservoir. See Brake Fluid Check.
E - Engine compartment fusebox. See Changing a Fuse.
F - Engine coolant reservoir...
Removal
NOTICE:
Siphon the brake fluid from the HCU/EBB reservoir, if the
reservoir is not emptied there will be a large amount of brake fluid
spilled in the engine compartment.
NOTE:
Removal steps in this procedure may contain installation details...
Categories
Note: You may not be able to shift out of park (P) unless the intelligent
access key is inside your vehicle.

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