Safety Warning
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 MANUALSFORD2013EXPLORER POLICE INTERCEPTOR, FWDREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 172 (ENGINE COOLING SYSTEM)DIAGNOSIS AND TESTINGENGINE COOLINGNOTES
2013 Ford Explorer Police Interceptor, FWD
Engine Cooling: Notes
2013 Ford Explorer Police Interceptor, FWDSECTION Notes
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SPECIAL TOOLS
| 3-Way HD Antifreeze Coolant Test Kit 328-2050-62291 or equivalent |
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| Coolant/Battery Refractometer 300-ROB75240 or equivalent |
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| D-Gas Adapter 300-OTC-014-R1068 |
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| Radiator Tester STN12270 or equivalent |
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| UView® Combustion Leak Tester UVU560000-R or equivalent |
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| Vehicle Communication Module (VCM) and Integrated Diagnostic System (IDS) software with appropriate hardware or equivalent scan tool |
MATERIAL SPECIFICATIONS
| Item | Specification |
|---|---|
| Motorcraft® Orange Antifreeze/Coolant Concentrated VC-3-B (US); CVC-3-B2 (Canada) |
WSS-M97B44-D |
| Motorcraft® Orange Antifreeze/Coolant Prediluted VC-3DIL-B (US); CVC-3DIL-B (Canada) |
WSS-M97B44-D2 |
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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.