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Cooling System Flushing

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Item Specification
Motorcraft® Premium Cooling System Flush
VC-1		 ESR-M14P7-A
    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.
  1. Drain the cooling system. For additional information, refer to COOLING SYSTEM DRAINING, FILLING AND BLEEDING - 2.3L  or COOLING SYSTEM DRAINING, FILLING AND BLEEDING - 4.0L .
  2. Remove the thermostat. For additional information, refer to THERMOSTAT HOUSING - 2.3L  or THERMOSTAT - 4.0L SOHC .
  3. Install the thermostat housing without the thermostat.
    4. NOTE: Refer to the cooling system flusher manufacturer's operating instructions for specific vehicle hook-up.
  4. Use an appropriate cooling system flusher to flush the engine and radiator.
    • Use premium cooling system flush.
  5. Install the thermostat. For additional information, refer to THERMOSTAT HOUSING - 2.3L  or THERMOSTAT - 4.0L SOHC .
  6. Fill the cooling system. For additional information, refer to COOLING SYSTEM DRAINING, FILLING AND BLEEDING - 2.3L  or COOLING SYSTEM DRAINING, FILLING AND BLEEDING - 4.0L .
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