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

Special Tool(s) / General Equipment

Removal

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

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

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

1. • 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)

1. Inspect the O-ring and replace if necessary.
   

Installation

1. To install, reverse the removal procedure.
   

1. 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).