Escape 4WD V6-3.0L VIN 1 (2005)
Thermostat Bypass Hose: Service and Repair
Bypass Tube-3.0L (4V)
Material
Removal and Installation
1. With the vehicle in NEUTRAL, position it on a hoist.
2. Drain the cooling system.
3. Remove the thermostat housing.
4. Remove the bypass tube-to-thermostat housing hose.
5. Disconnect the engine coolant temperature (ECT) sensor electrical connector.
6. Remove the bolt, stud bolt and bypass tube.
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To install, tighten to 10 Nm (89 inch lbs.).
7. Remove and inspect the O-ring seals, replace if necessary.
8. To install, reverse the removal procedure.