Mystique L4-122 2.0L DOHC VIN 3 SFI (1995)
13.
Secure the block heater in the 3 o'clock position with one hand and torque block heater retaining screw to 3.2 Nm (28 lb-in).
14.
Connect power cable to block heater.
15.
Install splash shield (Contour/Mystique only).
16.
Lower vehicle.
17.
Connect battery negative cable, then remove memory saver.
18.
On Contour and Mystique, fill cooling system as follows:
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Fill cooling system with a 50/50 mixture of new Premium Cooling System fluid (-19549-) and water to the MAX line on the coolant recovery
bottle.
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To bleed the cooling system, alternate engine rpm between idle and 3000 rpm, until engine reaches normal operating temperature (thermostat
opens and upper radiator hose is hot).
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Top off with water to the "MAX" line on the coolant recovery bottle, if necessary.
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Reinstall coolant recovery bottle pressure cap.
19.
On Escort ZX2, fill cooling system as follows:
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Fill cooling system with a 50/50 mixture of new Premium Cooling System fluid (-19549-) and water to 2 inches below the radiator filler neck.
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Start engine and idle until engine reaches normal operating temperature (thermostat opens and upper radiator hose is hot). Top off with water
to the bottom of the radiator filler neck, if necessary.
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Reinstall radiator cap.
20.
On all models, select maximum heater temperature and blower motor speed settings. Position control discharge air to panel vents in the instrument
panel.
CAUTION
If air discharge remains cool and the engine coolant temperature gauge does not move, engine coolant level is low and must be filled. Stop engine,
allow to cool and fill cooling system as described.
21.
Start engine and allow to idle until normal operating temperature is reached. Hot air should discharge from panel vents. Engine coolant
temperature gauge should maintain a stabilized reading to within the NORMAL range and the upper radiator hose should feel hot to the touch.
22.
Shut off engine and allow to cool.
NOTE:
If leak is present at the block heater, DO NOT RE-TORQUE block heater screw. Remove the block heater and replace it. Return to Step 10 and
recheck bore condition and proceed with service repair procedure.
23.
Check cooling system for leaks.
