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Transit 2006.5 (04.2006-)
Mechanical Repairs
3 Powertrain / 303 Engine
303-03 Engine Cooling
Description and Operation
Diagnosis and Testing
General Procedures
Cooling System Draining, Filling and Bleeding - 2.3L Duratec-HE (MI4), Vehicles Without: Fuel Fired Booster Heater
Engine Cooling - Cooling System Draining, Filling and Bleeding—2.3L Duratec-HE (MI4), Vehicles Without: Fuel Fired Booster Heater
Transit 2006.5 (04/2006-)
General Procedures
Draining
WARNING:
When releasing the cooling system pressure, cover the coolant expansion tank cap with a thick cloth.
Release the cooling system pressure by slowly turning the coolant expansion tank cap between 2 and 3 turns.
Raise and support the vehicle.
Refer to: Lifting (100-02 Jacking and Lifting, Description and Operation).
Allow the coolant to drain into a suitable container.
Install the radiator drain plug.
Lower the vehicle.
Filling and Bleeding
Fill the coolant expansion tank coolant level to 15 mm over the MAX mark.
Install the coolant expansion tank cap.
Start and run the engine at 2000 RPM and maintain it for 20 minutes.
Increase the engine speed to 4000 RPM and maintain it for 5 seconds.
Decrease the engine speed to 2000 RPM and maintain it for 10 minutes.
Switch the engine off.
Check the cooling system for leaks.
Allow the engine to cool.
Fill the coolant expansion tank level to the MAX mark.
Mechanical Repairs
3 Powertrain / 303 Engine
303-03 Engine Cooling
Description and Operation
Diagnosis and Testing
General Procedures
Cooling System Draining, Filling and Bleeding - 2.3L Duratec-HE (MI4), Vehicles Without: Fuel Fired Booster Heater
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