Removal And Installation

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2015 Lincoln MKS. 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 Engine Cooling .

2.

Remove the 4 retainers and the underbody shield.

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3.

NOTE: Failure to position the wood block and floor jack as illustrated can result in damage to the oil pan.

Position a floor jack with a block of wood under the front of the oil pan.

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4.

Remove the engine coolant degas bottle. For additional information, refer to Engine Cooling .

5.

Disconnect the upper radiator hose from the intake manifold.

6.

Remove the A/C tube bracket bolt from the upper RH shock tower.
- To install, tighten to 15 Nm (133 lb-in).

7.

Remove the A/C tube retaining clamp bolt from the lower RH shock tower.
- To install, tighten to 9 Nm (80 lb-in).

8.

Remove the 4 engine mount nuts.
- To install, tighten to 63 Nm (46 lb-ft).

9.

Remove the 3 bolts and the engine mount.
- To install, tighten to 90 Nm (66 lb-ft).

10.

To install, reverse the removal procedure.

11.

Fill and bleed the cooling system. For additional information, refer to Engine Cooling .