Expedition 2WD V8-281 4.6L VIN W EFI (1997)
Heater Hose: Service and Repair
Front Outlet Tube
Heater Hose Disconnect Tool
Special Tools
REMOVAL
1. Drain the cooling system.
2. Raise and support the vehicle.
WARNING: THE ELECTRICAL POWER TO THE AIR SUSPENSION SYSTEM MUST BE SHUT OFF PRIOR TO HOISTING,
JACKING OR TOWING AN AIR SUSPENSION VEHICLE. THIS CAN BE ACCOMPLISHED BY TURNING OFF THE AIR
SUSPENSION SWITCH LOCATED IN THE RH KICK PANEL AREA. FAILURE TO DO SO MAY RESULT IN UNEXPECTED
INFLATION OR DEFLATION OF THE AIR SPRINGS WHICH MAY RESULT IN SHIFTING OF THE VEHICLE DURING THESE
OPERATIONS.
3. Remove the RH front fender splash shield.
1. Remove the five screws.
2. Remove the three pushpins.
3. Remove the front fender splash shield.
4. Remove the four tube brackets.
1. Remove the nuts.
2. Remove the bracket by inserting a screw driver in the bracket slot and twisting.
CAUTION: Pull the bracket off the stud before attempting to pry it off the tubes.
