Explorer 2WD V8-4.6L VIN 8 (2006)
6. Remove and discard the coolant pump O-ring.
7. CAUTION: Do not use metal scrapers, wire brushes, power abrasive discs or other abrasive means to clean the sealing surfaces. These tools
cause scratches and gouges which make leak paths. Use a plastic scraping tool to remove all traces of the old O-ring.
Clean the mating surfaces with a plastic scraper, if necessary, and metal surface prep. Follow the directions on the packaging.
8. To install, reverse the removal procedure.
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Install a new coolant pump O-ring. Lubricate the O-ring with clean engine coolant.