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HOMESERVICE MANUALSFORD2004ECONOLINE E150, VAN CARGO, 4.6 WREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 260 (STEERING SYSTEM - GENERAL INFORMATION)GENERAL PROCEDURESSYSTEM FLUSHING
2004 Ford Econoline E150, Van Cargo, 4.6 W

System Flushing

2004 Ford Econoline E150, Van Cargo, 4.6 WSECTION System Flushing
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WARNING: Do not mix oil types. Any mixture or any unapproved oil can lead to seal deterioration and leaks. A leak can ultimately cause loss of fluid, which can result in a loss of power steering assist.
  1. Remove the powertrain control module (PCM) relay to disable the vehicle.
    Fig 1: Installing Powertrain Control Module (PCM) Relay
    G01948539Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  2. Remove the reservoir from the reservoir bracket.
    Fig 2: Removing Reservoir From Reservoir Bracket
    G01948540Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  3. Remove the reservoir bracket.
    Fig 3: Removing Reservoir Bracket
    G01948541Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  4. Disconnect the power steering return hose (3A713). Plug the reservoir.
    Fig 4: Disconnecting Power Steering Return Hose
    G01948542Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  5. Attach an extension hose between the power steering return hose and an empty container.
  6. Raise the front wheels off the floor.
  7. Fill the reservoir.
    • Use Motorcraft MERCON® Multi-Purpose ATF XT -2-QDX or equivalent MERCON® fluid.
      Fig 5: Filling Reservoir
      G01948543Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
    8. CAUTION: Do not crank the engine for more than 15 seconds at a time. Allow the starter to cool for 1 minute before cranking again. Premature starter failure can occur.
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