Thunderbird V8-4.6L VIN W (1997)
Heater Hose: Service and Repair
Removal
1. Partially drain cooling system.
2. Disconnect heater water hoses.
Installation
1. Apply cooling system fluid E2FZ-19549-AA or equivalent meeting Ford specifications ESE-M97B44-A to the inside of the heater water hoses.
2. Install new heater water hoses and hose clamps.
3. Fill cooling system.
