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.
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Drain the cooling system.
Refer to: Engine Cooling System Draining, Vacuum Filling and Bleeding (303-03A Engine Cooling - 3.0L EcoBoost, General Procedures).
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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).
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Detach the coolant hose retainers.
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Release the clamps and disconnect the coolant hoses.
Use the General Equipment: Hose Clamp Remover/Installer
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Remove the bolt and position the degas bottle aside.
Torque:
44 lb.in (5 Nm)
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NOTICE:
Cover the accessory drive belts to prevent coolant contamination of the belts.
Completely cover the accessory drive belts with waterproof plastic.
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Loosen the clamp and disconnect the upper radiator hose.
Torque:
44 lb.in (5 Nm)
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Detach the coolant hose retainer.
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Remove the bolts and the air cleaner support bracket.
Torque:
93 lb.in (10.5 Nm)
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Remove the bolts and disconnect the coolant outlet connector.
Torque:
89 lb.in (10 Nm)
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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
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Install a new O-ring seal and lubricate it with clean engine coolant.
Refer to: Specifications (303-03A Engine Cooling - 3.0L EcoBoost, Specifications).
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To install, reverse the removal procedure.
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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
NOTE:
Removal steps in this procedure may contain installation details.
Remove the cooling module.
Refer to: Cooling Module (303-03A Engine Cooling - 3...
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...
Other information:
Removal
NOTICE:
During the removal of components, cap, tape or otherwise
appropriately protect all openings to prevent the ingress of dirt or
other contamination. Remove protective materials prior to installation.
NOTE:
Removal steps in this procedure may contain installation details...
Overview
The ABS
and stability control systems are comprised of the following subsystems
to assist the driver in maintaining control of the vehicle:
ABS
Curve control
Drive away release (EPB)
EBD
EPB control
ESC
Hill descent control
Hill start assist
Hydraulic fade compensation
RSC
Selectable drive modes
Supplemental braking assist
Supports adaptive cruise control
Supports collision avoidance
Traction control
Trailer sway control
The ABS helps maintain steering control during hard braking by preventing wheel lockup...