Draining

Supercharger Cooling System Draining, Filling and Bleeding










Draining

WARNING: Always allow the engine to cool before opening the cooling system. Do not unscrew the coolant pressure relief cap when the engine is operating or the cooling system is hot. The cooling system is under pressure; steam and hot liquid can come out forcefully when the cap is loosened slightly. Failure to follow these instructions may result in serious personal injury.

NOTICE: The coolant must be recovered in a suitable, clean container for reuse. If the coolant is contaminated, it must be recycled or disposed of correctly, using contaminated coolant may result in damage to the cooling system components.

NOTICE: The Supercharger (SC) cooling system is filled with Motorcraft Premium Gold Engine Coolant. Mixing coolant types degrades the corrosion protection of Motorcraft Premium Gold Engine Coolant.

NOTE: Dirty, rusty or contaminated coolant requires replacement.

1. With the vehicle in NEUTRAL, position it on a hoist. For additional information, refer to Vehicle Jacking and Lifting.

2. Remove the 9 bolts and the lower splash shield.





3. NOTE: RH shown, LH similar.

Remove the 2 RH and the 2 LH screws.





4. Remove the 12 bolts and the front bumper cover lower valance.





5. Disconnect the radiator-to-Charge Air Cooler (CAC) hose from the radiator and allow the coolant to drain in a suitable container.

NOTE: The following steps must be performed after the Supercharger (SC) cooling system service has been completed.

6. Connect the radiator-to-CAC hose to the radiator.

7. Install the front bumper cover lower valance and the 12 bolts.





8. NOTE: RH shown, LH similar.

Install the 2 RH and the 2 LH screws.





9. Install the lower splash shield and the 9 bolts.