Lincoln Aviator 2020-2024 Service Manual / Powertrain / Engine / Engine Cooling - 3.0L EcoBoost / Removal and Installation - Cylinder Head to Coolant Outlet Connector Hose Assembly

Lincoln Aviator: Engine Cooling - 3.0L EcoBoost / Removal and Installation - Cylinder Head to Coolant Outlet Connector Hose Assembly

Special Tool(s) / General Equipment

Hose Clamp Remover/Installer

Removal

NOTE: Removal steps in this procedure may contain installation details.

Drain the cooling system.
Refer to: Engine Cooling System Draining, Vacuum Filling and Bleeding (303-03A Engine Cooling - 3.0L EcoBoost, General Procedures).

Remove the intake manifold.
Refer to: Intake Manifold (303-01A Engine - 3.0L EcoBoost, Removal and Installation).

- Release the clamps and disconnect the coolant hoses.
  Use the General Equipment: Hose Clamp Remover/Installer
- Remove the fastener and remove the cylinder head to coolant outlet connector hose assembly.
  Torque: 89 lb.in (10 Nm)

Inspect the O-ring and replace if necessary.

Installation

To install, reverse the removal procedure.

Fill and bleed the cooling system.
Refer to: Engine Cooling System Draining, Vacuum Filling and Bleeding (303-03A Engine Cooling - 3.0L EcoBoost, General Procedures).

Removal and Installation - Cooling Module

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Removal and Installation - Degas Bottle

Special Tool(s) / General Equipment Fluid Suction Gun Hose Clamp Remover/Installer Locking Pliers Removal WARNING: Always allow the engine to cool before opening the cooling system...

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