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DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
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HOMESERVICE MANUALSFORD2010FOCUS SE, 2D COUPE, STANDARDREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISENGINE MECHANICALCOOLING SYSTEM (MECHANICAL)ENGINE COOLING SYSTEMGENERAL PROCEDURESCOOLING SYSTEM FLUSHINGMATERIAL
2010 Ford Focus SE, 2D Coupe, Standard
Cooling System Flushing: Material
2010 Ford Focus SE, 2D Coupe, StandardSECTION Material
MATERIAL CHART
| Item | Specification |
|---|---|
| Motorcraft® Premium Gold Engine Coolant with Bittering Agent (bittered in US only) VC-7-B (US); CVC-7-A (Canada); or equivalent (yellow color) | WSS-M97B51-A1 |
| Premium Cooling System Flush VC-1 | ESR-M14P7-A |
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WARNING: Always allow the engine to cool before opening the cooling system. Do not unscrew the coolant pressure relief cap when the engine is operating or the cooling system is hot. The cooling system is under pressure; steam and hot liquid can come out forcefully when the cap is loosened slightly. Failure to follow these instructions may result in serious personal injury.
Drain the cooling system. For additional information, refer to COOLING SYSTEM DRAINING, FILLING AND BLEEDING .
- Remove the thermostat. For additional information, refer to THERMOSTAT HOUSING .
- Install the water hose connection without the thermostat.
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NOTE: Refer to the cooling system Pro Flush and Fill operating instructions for specific vehicle hookup.
Use cooling system Pro Flush and Fill, Flush Kit and Drain Kit to flush the engine and radiator.
- Install the thermostat. For additional information, refer to THERMOSTAT HOUSING .
- Fill the cooling system. For additional information, refer to COOLING SYSTEM DRAINING, FILLING AND BLEEDING .
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.