Expedition 4WD V8-4.6L SOHC VIN 6 (1997)
Heater Hose: Service and Repair
Rear Inlet Tube
Heater Hose Disconnect Tool
Special Tools
REMOVAL
1. Drain the cooling system.
2. Remove the quarter trim panel access cover.
3. Disconnect the heater inlet hose.
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Use Heater Hose Disconnect Tool to disconnect the inlet hose.
4. Remove the auxiliary A/C line grommet retainer.
1. Remove the bolts.
2. Remove the retainer.
5. Remove the spare tire.
6. 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.
