COOLING SYSTEM
MAINTENANCE
Engine coolant
Check the coolant level in the
coolant recovery reservoir daily. It
is not necessary to remove the
raditator cap to check the engine
coolant level daily.
Never remove the coolant
recovery cap while the
engine is running or hot.
If coolant must be added more
than once per month or if more
than one liter (or one quart) at a
time is needed, check the cooling
system for leaks and correct as
necessary. Check the freezing
protection rating of the coolant at
least once per year.
When adding engine coolant, use
equal parts of water and Ford
Premium Cooling System Fluid or
an equivalent that meets Ford
specification ESE-M97B44±A. Do
not use alcohol or methanol
antifreeze or an engine coolant
that has been mixed with alcohol
or methanol antifreeze.
For instructions on engine coolant
maintenance, refer toChecking
and adding engine coolantin the
Maintenance and carechapter of
the ªOwner Guideº.
Refer to theSevere duty
maintenance schedule of the
ªService Guideº for information on
proper maintenance intervals.
RADIATOR
COOLANT
ONLY
Maintenance recommendations
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Maintaining the system
Inspect all cooling system and
heater hoses for deterioration,
leaks and loose clamps. Service
and replace as necessary.
Cooling slots are provided in the
front grille. Do not block airflow by
placing any objects in front or
behind these slots.
Check air flow paths of the
radiator for any foreign material.
Clean these areas as necessary to
maintain maximum cooling
efficiency. When cleaning the
radiator, always clean from the
engine side of the engine
compartment to ensure that
foreign material is not jammed into
the radiator fins.
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