Lincoln Aviator 2020-2026 Service Manual / Powertrain / Engine / Engine Cooling - 3.0L EcoBoost / Removal and Installation - Thermostat

Lincoln Aviator: Engine Cooling - 3.0L EcoBoost / Removal and Installation - Thermostat

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 air cleaner.
Refer to: Air Cleaner (303-12 Intake Air Distribution and Filtering - 3.0L EcoBoost/3.0L EcoBoost – Hybrid (BQ), Removal and Installation).

- Detach the coolant hose retainers.
- Release the clamps and disconnect the coolant hoses.
  Use the General Equipment: Hose Clamp Remover/Installer
- Remove the bolt and position the degas bottle aside.
  Torque: 44 lb.in (5 Nm)

NOTICE: Cover the accessory drive belts to prevent coolant contamination of the belts.
Completely cover the accessory drive belts with waterproof plastic.

Loosen the clamp and disconnect the upper radiator hose.
Torque: 44 lb.in (5 Nm)

- Detach the coolant hose retainer.
- Remove the bolts and the air cleaner support bracket.
  Torque: 93 lb.in (10.5 Nm)

Remove the bolts and disconnect the coolant outlet connector.
Torque: 89 lb.in (10 Nm)

NOTE: The thermostat vent valve should be on top.

NOTE: During installation verify the thermostat vent hole is at the 12 o'clock position.
Remove the thermostat. Inspect the O-ring seal and replace it if necessary.

Installation

Install a new O-ring seal and lubricate it with clean engine coolant.
Refer to: Specifications (303-03A Engine Cooling - 3.0L EcoBoost, Specifications).

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 - Radiator

Removal NOTE: Removal steps in this procedure may contain installation details. Remove the cooling module. Refer to: Cooling Module (303-03A Engine Cooling - 3...

Removal and Installation - Transmission Fluid Heater Coolant Control Valve

Special Tool(s) / General Equipment Hose Clamp Remover/Installer Removal WARNING: When releasing the cooling system pressure, cover the coolant expansion tank cap with a thick cloth...

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Lincoln Aviator 2020-2026 Service Manual: Diagnosis and Testing - Wipers and Washers

Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) Chart Diagnostics in this manual assume a certain skill level and knowledge of Ford-specific diagnostic practices. REFER to: Diagnostic Methods (100-00 General Information, Description and Operation). Diagnostic Trouble Code Chart Module DTC Description Action BCM B130F:12 Run Accessory Control: Circuit Short To Battery GO to Pinpoint Test A BCM B130F:14 Run Accessory Control: Circuit Short To Ground or Open GO to Pinpoint Test A BCM B130F:14 Run Accessory Control: Circuit Short To Ground or Open GO to Pinpoint Test D SCCM B10AD:02 Rain Sensor: General Signal Failure GO to Pinpoint Test F SCCM B10AD:08 Rain Sensor: Bus Signal / Message Failure GO to Pinpoint Test F SCCM B10AD:49 Rain Sensor:Internal Electronic Failure GO to Pinpoint Test Q SCCM B10AD:55 :Rain Sensor:Not Configured GO to Pinpoint Test P SCCM B1131:02 Wiper motor module: General Signal Failure GO to Pinpoint Test A SCCM B1131:02 Wiper Motor Module: General Signal Failure GO to Pinpoint Test D SCCM B1131:08 Wiper motor module: Bus Signal / Message Failure GO to Pinpoint Test B SCCM B1131:11 Wiper motor module: Circuit Short to Ground GO to Pinpoint Test B SCCM B1131:49 Wiper Motor Module:Internal Electronic Failure GO to Pinpoint Test R SCCM B1131:55 :Wiper Motor Module: Not Configured GO to Pinpoint Test P SCCM B124E:11 Wiper Stalk Switch Pack: Circuit Short To Ground GO to Pinpoint Test V SCCM B124E:13 Wiper Stalk Switch Pack: Circuit Open GO to Pinpoint Test V SCCM B124E:55 Wiper Stalk Switch: Not Configured GO to Pinpoint Test V SCCM B124E:96 Wiper Stalk Switch Pack: Component Internal Failure GO to Pinpoint Test V SCCM B124E:9E Wiper Stalk Switch Pack: Stuck On GO to Pinpoint Test V Symptom Chart Symptom Chart: Wiper and Washer Diagnostics in this manual assume a certain skill level and knowledge of Ford-specific diagnostic practices...

Lincoln Aviator 2020-2026 Service Manual: Removal and Installation - A-Pillar Trim Panel

Special Tool(s) / General Equipment Interior Trim Remover Removal NOTE: LH (left hand) shown, RH (right hand) similar. Release the clips and remove the instrument panel side trim panel. Use the General Equipment: Interior Trim Remover Remove the cowl side trim panel...

Child Safety Locks

When the child safety locks are set, you cannot open the rear doors from the inside.

Lincoln Aviator. Child Safety Locks

The child safety lock control is on the driver door.

Press the control to switch the child safety locks on. Press the control again to switch them off. A light on the child safety control illuminates when you switch them on.