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Cooling System Flushing: Procedure

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  1. Drain the cooling system. For additional information, refer to COOLING SYSTEM DRAINING, FILLING AND BLEEDING .
  2. Remove the water 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 water thermostat.
    4. NOTE: Refer to Pro Flush and Fill, Coolant Flush and Fill 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 water 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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