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System Flushing

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2002 Ford Escape. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
  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 special tool Pro Flush and Fill, Coolant Flush and Fill (023-00154) 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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