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Engine Cooling: Specifications Ford Thunderbird XI

Cooling System (Mechanical) 2 illustrations ~450 words

GENERAL SPECIFICATIONS

ItemSpecification
3.9L11.3 Qts
Cooling Fan MAX speed2,300 +/- 100 RPM
Cooling fan MAX pressure output1,200 psi
Cooling Fan Operating Pressure900 psi
Cooling Fan Operating Flow Rate4.0 +/- 0.25 GPM
Coolant Mixture With Water50% (1)
Pressure Relief Cap Opening Pressure kPa (psi)110 (16)
Water Thermostat Start To Open Temperature87-93°C (192-199°F)
Water Thermostat Full Open Temperature104 °C (219°F)
Lubrication
Premium Cooling System Flush F1AZ -19A503-A (In Canada CXC-86)ESR-M14P7-A
Premium Long Life Grease XG -1-CESA-M1C75-B
Motorcraft Mercon(R) Multi-Purpose (ATF) Transmission Fluid XT-2-QDXMercon(R)
(1) Motorcraft Premium Engine Coolant VC-4-A (in Oregon VC-5, in Canada CXC-10) or equivalent meeting Ford specification ESE-M97B44-A (Green in color) or Motorcraft Premium Gold Engine Coolant VC-7-A or equivalent meeting Ford specification WSS-M97B51-A1 (Yellow in color). Do not mix coolant types.
(1)Motorcraft Premium Engine Coolant VC-4-A (in Oregon VC-5, in Canada CXC-10) or equivalent meeting Ford specification ESE-M97B44-A (Green in color) or Motorcraft Premium Gold Engine Coolant VC-7-A or equivalent meeting Ford specification WSS-M97B51-A1 (Yellow in color). Do not mix coolant types.

GENERAL SPECIFICATIONS

TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS

DescriptionN.mLb-ftLb-in
Engine Appearance Cover Bracket1089
Lower Radiator Hose1310
Water Outlet Adapter 3.9L118
Thermostat Housing 3.9L118
Coolant Outlet Pipe118
Water Pump 3.9L(1)(1)(1)
Upper Radiator Support Brackets1089
Receiver/Drier Bracket118
Auxiliary Water Pump 3.9L1089
Hydraulic Cooling Fan High Pressure Line2015
Hydraulic Cooling Fan High Pressure Line Bracket871
Condenser To Radiator Bolts1089
Hydraulic Cooling Fan Pump2518
Hydraulic Cooling Fan High Pressure Line Support Bracket1310
Cross Vehicle Support2015
Degas Bottle653
Engine Fill Cap 3.9L980
Water Pump Pulley (3.9L)(1)(1)(1)
(1) Refer to appropriate procedure.
(1)Refer to appropriate procedure.

TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS

CAUTIONSome vehicle cooling systems are filled with Motorcraft Premium Engine Coolant VC- 4-A (in Oregon VC-5, in Canada CXC-10) or equivalent meeting Ford specification ESE-M97B44-A (Green coolant). Others are filled with Motorcraft Premium Gold Engine Coolant VC-7-A or equivalent meeting Ford specification WSS-M97B51-A1 (Yellow color). Always fill the cooling system with the same coolant that is present in the system. Do not mix coolant types.

The cooling system components include the

  1. block heater (optional)
  2. cylinder head temperature sensor
  3. fan blade, fan motor and fan shroud assembly
  4. radiator
  5. pressure relief cap
  6. degas bottle
  7. radiator draincock
  8. water pump
  9. oil cooler
  10. water thermostat

The water thermostat

  1. controls the engine coolant temperature.
  2. allows quicker engine warm-up.

The degas bottle

  1. provides a location for system fill.
  2. contains coolant expansion and system pressurization.
  3. provides air separation during operation.
  4. replenishes the engine coolant to the system.

The fan blade draws air through the radiator to help cool the engine coolant.

The fan motor

  1. operates only when the engine is running.
  2. will not operate when the engine is off.

The engine coolant flows

  1. from the lower radiator hose to the water pump.
  2. from the water pump to the engine block and the cylinder heads.

A closed water thermostat returns the engine coolant to the water pump. An open water thermostat allows the engine coolant to flow to the radiator.

Engine coolant provides freeze protection, boil protection, cooling efficiency and corrosion protection to the engine and cooling components. In order to obtain these protections, the engine coolant must be maintained at the correct concentration and fluid level in the degas bottle.

When adding engine coolant, use a 50/50 mixture of engine coolant and clean, drinkable water.

To maintain the integrity of the coolant and the cooling system

  1. Add Motorcraft Premium Engine Coolant VC-4-A (in Oregon VC-5, in Canada CXC-10) or equivalent meeting Ford specification ESE-M97B44-A (Green color), or Motorcraft Premium Gold Engine Coolant VC-7-A or equivalent meeting Ford specification WSS-M97B51-A1 (Yellow color). Do not mix coolant types.
  2. Do not add/mix orange-colored Motorcraft Specialty Orange Engine Coolant, such as VC-2, meeting WSS-M97B44-D. Mixing coolants may degrade the coolant's corrosion protection.
  3. Do not add alcohol, methanol, brine or any engine coolants mixed with alcohol or methanol antifreeze. These can cause engine damage from overheating or freezing.
  4. Do not mix with recycled coolant unless it meets the requirements of Ford specification ESE-M97B44-A or WSS-M97B51-A1. Not all coolant recycling processes meet these Ford specifications. Use of such coolants may harm the engine and cooling system components. Do not mix coolant types.

The cylinder head temperature sensor provides a signal to the temperature gauge and will invoke fail-safe cooling.

The optional block heater

  1. is a electrical heating element that is installed in the block cooling jacket.
  2. uses a standard 110V electrical supply.
  3. keeps the engine coolant warm during cold weather.

The auxiliary water pump

  1. provides heater coolant flow boost.
  2. has a secondary function of providing engine-off cooling.

Scheme 1

Scheme 1: Coolant Flow 3.9L

Scheme 2

Scheme 2: Special Tool(s)