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Oil Cooler: Removal

CAUTION: During engine repair procedures, cleanliness is extremely important. Any foreign material, including any material created while cleaning gasket surfaces, that enters the oil passages, coolant passages or the oil pan can cause engine failure.
  1. With the vehicle in NEUTRAL, position it on a hoist. For additional information, refer to JACKING & LIFTING .
  2. Drain the cooling system. For additional information, refer to ENGINE COOLING .
  3. Disconnect the 2 quick disconnect oil cooler coolant tubes.
    Fig 1: Disconnecting Oil Cooler Coolant Tubes
    G04004011Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  4. Remove the oil filter and discard.
  5. Remove the oil cooler mounting bolt.
    Fig 2: Removing Oil Cooler Mounting Bolt
    G04004012Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
    6. CAUTION: If metal or aluminum foreign material is present in the oil cooler, mechanical concerns exist. To diagnose mechanical concerns, refer to ENGINE SYSTEM-GENERAL INFORMATION .
  6. Remove and inspect the oil cooler and tube assembly.
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