Cooling System Flushing

2009 Mercury Milan Premier, 3.0 1, AWDSECTION Cooling System Flushing
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Special Tools

Illustration Tool Name Tool Number
GF0000636
Flush Kit Hardware Package 164-R3658 or equivalent
GF0000637
Drain Kit 164-R3662 or equivalent
GF0011915
Pro flush and Fill Coolant Flush and Fill 023-00154 or equivalent
Material

Item Specification
Premium Cooling System Flush
VC-1
ESR-M14P7-A
    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.
  1. Once pressure is released, remove the pressure relief cap.

    Drain the cooling system. For additional information, refer to Cooling System Draining, Filling and BleedingΒ .

  2. Remove the thermostat.
  3. Install the coolant hose connection without the thermostat.
  4. NOTE: Refer to the cooling system Flush-All Operating Instructions for specific vehicle hook-up.
  5. Use cooling system Flush-All, Flush Kit Hardware Package and Drain Kit to flush the engine and radiator.

    Use Premium Cooling System Flush VC-1 or equivalent meeting Ford specification ESR-M14P7A.

  6. Install the thermostat.
  7. Fill the cooling system. For additional information, refer to Cooling System Draining, Filling and BleedingΒ .
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