Heater Hose Coupling: Connect

2004 Ford Econoline E150, Van Cargo, 4.6 WSECTION Connect
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  1. Clean the tubes and lubricate with MERPOL(R) meeting Ford specification ESE-M99B144-B or plain water.
  2. Install a new coupling retainer, spacer, and lubricated O-ring seals into the quick disconnect coupling housing.
    Fig 1: Installing A New Coupling Retainer, Spacer, And Lubricated O-Ring Seals
    G03462252Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  3. Push the heater water hose with a quick disconnect coupling onto the tube.
    Fig 2: Disconnecting Coupling Tube
    G03462253Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  4. Make sure the coupling is fully engaged by lightly pulling on the heater water hose.
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