Fail Safe Cooling
Note. If the driver is using a high percentage of throttle travel (for example, an overtaking maneuver) when the PCM starts, engine deactivation will be delayed for 10 seconds.
Note. After the cylinder deactivation operation has begun, the engine will not revert to operating on all cylinders, even if the temperature should fall, until the ignition is switched OFF and then ON again.
Note. The Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) can only be extinguished by using a scan tool after the fault has been rectified and the DTC cleared.
The vehicle has a strategy built into the PCM that will control the engine if it starts to overheat.
Stage 1 of the strategy will commence if the engine starts to overheat. The Cylinder Head Temperature (CHT) sensor transmits a signal to the PCM, which then moves the temperature gauge pointer into the red zone.
If the engine is not switched OFF and the temperature continues to rise, the powertrain check lamp is illuminated. This indicates to the driver that the engine is approaching critical limits and should be stopped. At this point, DTC P1285 is set in the PCM and can be retrieved using a scan tool.
Stage 2 of the strategy will commence if the lamp and temperature gauge are ignored by the driver. The PCM will start to control the engine by cutting out cylinders and restricting the rpm to below 3,000 rpm. Simultaneously, the MIL will be illuminated. This indicates that long-term engine damage can occur and vehicle emissions will be affected. At this point, DTC 1299 is set in the PCM and can be retrieved using a scan tool.
Air is then drawn into the deactivated cylinders. This helps to control the temperature of the engine internal components. The deactivated cylinders are alternated to allow even cooling of all the cylinders.
Stage 3 of the strategy will commence if the engine temperature still continues to rise. This will result in the engine being totally disabled before major engine damage or seizure occurs. The powertrain check lamp will begin to flash, indicating to the driver that the engine will be switched OFF after 30 seconds. This allows the driver time to choose a suitable parking place.
2.5L
Note. Black arrows indicate hot, white arrows indicate cold.
Scheme 24
| Item | Part Number | Description |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 8A080 | Degas bottle |
| 2 | 8B273 | Lower radiator hose |
| 3 | 18C266 | Heater core outlet-to-thermostat housing hose |
| 4 | 8575 | Thermostat housing |
| 5 | 8501 | Coolant pump |
| 6 | 6010 | Engine block |
| 7 | 6051 | Head gasket |
| 8 | 6049 | Cylinder head |
| 9 | 8276 | Degas bottle-to-radiator hose |
| 10 | 19B555 | Heater core |
| 11 | 18C266 | Heater core inlet hose |
| 12 | 18C266 | Heater core outlet hose |
| 13 | 8K556 | Coolant outlet adapter |
| 14 | 8A582 | Coolant outlet adapter-to-engine block hose |
| 15 | 9D475 | EGR valve assembly |
| 16 | 8B274 | Upper radiator hose |
| 17 | 8005 | Radiator |
| 18 | 8C362 | Bleed valve hose |
ITEM DESCRIPTION TABLE
3.0L
Note. Black arrows indicate hot, white arrows indicate cold.
Scheme 25
| Item | Part Number | Description |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 8A080 | Degas bottle |
| 2 | 8C351 | Lower degas bottle hose |
| 3 | 8B273 | Lower radiator hose |
| 4 | 8276 | Degas bottle-to-radiator hose |
| 5 | 8B274 | Upper radiator hose |
| 6 | 8005 | Radiator |
| 7 | 6083 | Cylinder head gasket |
| 8 | 6050 | Cylinder head |
| 9 | 8B585 | Thermostat and coolant pump housing |
| 10 | 9N271 | Coolant inlet pipe |
| 11 | 18K359 | Heater core inlet hose |
| 12 | 18C266 | Heater core outlet hose |
| 13 | 8A505 | Coolant inlet tube |
| 14 | 19B555 | Heater core |
| 15 | 6010 | Engine block |
ITEM DESCRIPTION TABLE
3.5L
Note. Black arrows indicate hot, white arrows indicate cold.
Scheme 26
| Item | Part Number | Description |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 8C351 | Lower degas bottle hose |
| 2 | 8005 | Radiator |
| 3 | 8B273 | Lower radiator hose |
| 4 | 8B274 | Upper radiator hose |
| 5 | 6050 | Cylinder head |
| 6 | 6083 | Cylinder head gasket |
| 7 | 8A586 | Thermostat housing |
| 8 | 9N271 | Water inlet tube |
| 9 | 9K461 | Lower intake manifold |
| 10 | 8501 | Coolant pump |
| 11 | 6010 | Engine block |
| 12 | 8276 | Degas bottle-to-radiator hose |
| 13 | 18C266 | Heater core outlet hose |
| 14 | 18C266 | Heater core inlet hose |
| 15 | 19B555 | Heater core |
| 16 | 8A080 | Degas bottle |
| 17 | 8B541 | Degas bottle-to-thermostat housing hose |
ITEM DESCRIPTION TABLE
Material
| Item | Specification |
|---|---|
| Motorcraft® Premium Gold Engine Coolant with Bittering Agent (US); Motorcraft® Premium Gold Engine Coolant (Canada) VC-7-B (US); CVC-7-A (Canada); or equivalent (yellow color) | WSS-M97B51-A1 |
| Motorcraft® Specialty Green Engine Coolant with Bittering Agent (US); Motorcraft® Specialty Green Engine Coolant (Canada) VC-10-A (US); CVC-10-A (Canada) | WSS-M97B55-A |
MATERIAL SPECIFICATIONS TABLE
Thermostat
A new thermostat should be installed only after the following tests and checks have been carried out
- Pinpoint Test A, B or C
- Thermostat Visual Inspection
| Item | Specification |
|---|---|
| Motorcraft® Premium Gold Engine Coolant with Bittering Agent (US); Motorcraft® Premium Gold Engine Coolant (Canada) VC-7-B (US); CVC-7-A (Canada); or equivalent (yellow color) | WSS-M97B51-A1 |
| Motorcraft® Specialty Green Engine Coolant with Bittering Agent (US); Motorcraft® Specialty Green Engine Coolant (Canada) VC-10-A (US); CVC-10-A (Canada) | WSS-M97B55-A |
MATERIAL SPECIFICATIONS TABLE
| Item | Specification |
|---|---|
| Premium Cooling System Flush VC-1 | ESR-M14P7-A |
MATERIAL SPECIFICATIONS TABLE
- To remove rust, sludge and other foreign material from the cooling system, use cooling system flush that is safe for use with aluminum radiators. For additional information, refer to «SPECIFICATIONS»(ref-355972-S42576228682010013000000) . This cleaning restores cooling system efficiency and helps prevent overheating. A pulsating or reversed direction of flushing water will loosen sediment more quickly than a steady flow in the normal coolant flow direction. In severe cases where cleaning solvents will not clean the cooling system efficiently, it will be necessary to use the pressure flushing method using cooling system flusher. Dispose of old coolant and flushing water contaminated with antifreeze and cleaning chemicals in accordance with local, state or federal laws.
- Remove the radiator. For additional information, refer to «Removal and Installation»(ref-355972-S36931535012010051800000) (2.5L, 3.0L) or «Removal and Installation»(ref-355972-S28880195882010051800000) (3.5L).
- Backflush the radiator with the radiator in an upside-down position with a high-pressure hose in the lower hose location and backflush. NOTE: Radiator internal pressure must not exceed 138 kPa (20 psi). Damage to the radiator can result.
- Remove the thermostat. For additional information, refer to «Removal and Installation»(ref-355972-S34230457192010013000000) (2.5L), «Removal and Installation»(ref-355972-S32752198242010013000000) (3.0L) or «Removal and Installation»(ref-355972-S01532809422010013000000) (3.5L). NOTE: On 2.5L engines, the thermostat and housing are serviced as an assembly.
- Backflush the engine. Position the high-pressure water hose into the engine through the engine return and backflush the engine.
Scheme 27
| Item | Part Number | Description |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Block heater electrical connector heat shield (part of 6B018) | |
| 2 | 6B018 | Block heater electrical connector |
| 3 | 6A051 | Block heater |
ITEM DESCRIPTION TABLE
Scheme 28
| Item | Part Number | Description |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 6B018 | Block heater electrical connector |
| 2 | 6A051 | Block heater |
ITEM DESCRIPTION TABLE
Scheme 29
| Item | Part Number | Description |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 030104 | Block heater heat shield |
| 2 | 6B018 | Block heater electrical connector |
| 3 | 6A051 | Block heater |
ITEM DESCRIPTION TABLE
| Item | Specification |
|---|---|
| Motorcraft® Premium Gold Engine Coolant with Bittering Agent (US); Motorcraft® Premium Gold Engine Coolant (Canada) VC-7-B (US); CVC-7-A (Canada); or equivalent (yellow color) | WSS-M97B51-A1 |
| Motorcraft® Specialty Green Engine Coolant with Bittering Agent (US); Motorcraft® Specialty Green Engine Coolant (Canada) VC-10-A (US); CVC-10-A (Canada) | WSS-M97B55-A |
MATERIAL SPECIFICATIONS TABLE
Scheme 30
| Item | Part Number | Description |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | W527375 | Radiator hose clamp |
| 2 | 8B273 | Lower radiator hose |
| 3 | W500015 | Thermostat housing cover bolts (2 required) |
| 4 | 8K528 | Thermostat housing cover |
| 5 | N806807 | O-ring seal |
| 6 | 8575 | Thermostat |
ITEM DESCRIPTION TABLE
| Item | Specification |
|---|---|
| Motorcraft® Premium Gold Engine Coolant with Bittering Agent (US); Motorcraft® Premium Gold Engine Coolant (Canada) VC-7-B (US); CVC-7-A (Canada); or equivalent (yellow color) | WSS-M97B51-A1 |
| Motorcraft® Specialty Green Engine Coolant with Bittering Agent (US); Motorcraft® Specialty Green Engine Coolant (Canada) VC-10-A (US); CVC-10-A (Canada) | WSS-M97B55-A |
MATERIAL SPECIFICATIONS TABLE
Scheme 31
| Item | Part Number | Description |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 8B273 | Lower radiator-to-thermostat housing cover hose |
| 2 | W500014 | Thermostat housing cover bolt (2 required) |
| 3 | 8594 | Thermostat housing cover |
| 4 | O-ring seal | |
| 5 | 8575 | Thermostat |
ITEM DESCRIPTION TABLE
| Item | Specification |
|---|---|
| Motorcraft® Premium Gold Engine Coolant with Bittering Agent (US); Motorcraft® Premium Gold Engine Coolant (Canada) VC-7-B (US); CVC-7-A (Canada); or equivalent (yellow color) | WSS-M97B51-A1 |
| Motorcraft® Specialty Green Engine Coolant with Bittering Agent (US); Motorcraft® Specialty Green Engine Coolant (Canada) VC-10-A (US); CVC-10-A (Canada) | WSS-M97B55-A |
MATERIAL SPECIFICATIONS TABLE
Scheme 32
| Item | Part Number | Description |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 8B274 | Upper radiator-to-thermostat housing hose |
| 2 | 18C266 | Heater outlet hose |
| 3 | 18C266 | Heater inlet hose |
| 4 | W503279 | Thermostat housing bolt (2 required) |
| 5 | 8A586 | Thermostat housing |
| 6 | 8565 | O-ring seal |
| 7 | 8A571 | O-ring seal |
| 8 | 8B541 | Thermostat housing-to-degas bottle hose |
ITEM DESCRIPTION TABLE
| Item | Specification |
|---|---|
| Motorcraft® Premium Gold Engine Coolant with Bittering Agent (US); Motorcraft® Premium Gold Engine Coolant (Canada) VC-7-B (US); CVC-7-A (Canada); or equivalent (yellow color) | WSS-M97B51-A1 |
| Motorcraft® Specialty Green Engine Coolant with Bittering Agent (US); Motorcraft® Specialty Green Engine Coolant (Canada) VC-10-A (US); CVC-10-A (Canada) | WSS-M97B55-A |
MATERIAL SPECIFICATIONS TABLE
Scheme 33
| Item | Part Number | Description |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | W503281 | Coolant inlet pipe bolts |
| 2 | 8594 | Coolant inlet pipe |
| 3 | 8255 | O-ring seal |
| 4 | W527485 | Coolant inlet pipe clamp (2 required) |
| 5 | 8B573 | Coolant inlet pipe hose |
ITEM DESCRIPTION TABLE
| Item | Specification |
|---|---|
| Motorcraft® Premium Gold Engine Coolant with Bittering Agent (US); Motorcraft® Premium Gold Engine Coolant (Canada) VC-7-B (US); CVC-7-A (Canada); or equivalent (yellow color) | WSS-M97B51-A1 |
| Motorcraft® Specialty Green Engine Coolant with Bittering Agent (US); Motorcraft® Specialty Green Engine Coolant (Canada) VC-10-A (US); CVC-10-A (Canada) | WSS-M97B55-A |
MATERIAL SPECIFICATIONS TABLE
Scheme 34
| Item | Part Number | Description |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | W500221 | Coolant pump pulley bolt (3 required) |
| 2 | 8509 | Coolant pump pulley |
| 3 | W500015 | Coolant pump bolt (3 required) |
| 4 | 8501 | Coolant pump |
| 5 | 8507 | Coolant pump O-ring seal |
ITEM DESCRIPTION TABLE
| Item | Specification |
|---|---|
| Motorcraft® SAE 5W-20 Premium Synthetic Blend Motor Oil XO-5W20-QSP (US); Motorcraft® SAE 5W-20 Super Premium Motor Oil CXO-5W20-LSP12 (Canada); or equivalent | WSS-M2C930-A |
MATERIAL SPECIFICATIONS TABLE
Radiator (View 1 Of 2)
| Item | Part Number | Description |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 8276 | Radiator-to-degas bottle hose |
| 2 | 7H420 | Transmission cooler tubes (2 required) |
| 3 | 19710 | A/C condenser-to-radiator pin-type retainer |
| 4 | 8B273 | Lower radiator hose |
ITEM DESCRIPTION TABLE
Scheme 35
| Item | Part Number | Description |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | W500214 | LH upper radiator support bracket bolt |
| 2 | 8A194 | LH upper radiator support bracket |
| 3 | W500214 | RH upper radiator support bracket bolt |
| 4 | 8A194 | RH upper radiator support bracket |
| 5 | Power steering hose retainer | |
| 6 | 3493 | Coolant hose retainer |
| 7 | 19710 | A/C condenser |
| 8 | 8005 | Radiator |
ITEM DESCRIPTION TABLE
Scheme 36
Scheme 37
- Drain the cooling system. For additional information, refer to «Draining»(ref-355972-S18230589312010013000000) .
- Remove the cooling fan motor and shroud. For additional information, refer to «Removal and Installation»(ref-355972-S18345981022010013000000) .
- Detach the power steering hose retainer from the radiator.
- Detach the coolant hose retainer from the radiator.
- Disconnect the radiator-to-degas bottle hose from the radiator.
- Disconnect the 2 transmission cooling tubes from the radiator. To install, tighten to 30 Nm (22 lb-ft).
- Disconnect the lower radiator hose from the radiator.
- Remove the 2 bolts from the upper radiator support brackets and position the radiator towards the engine and remove the 2 upper radiator support brackets from the radiator. To install, tighten to 10 Nm (89 lb-in).
- Remove the A/C condensor-to-radiator pin-type retainer.
- Squeeze the tabs and separate the A/C condenser from the radiator. Remove the radiator.
- To install, reverse the removal procedure.
- Fill and bleed the cooling system. For additional information, refer to «COOLING SYSTEM DRAINING, FILLING AND BLEEDING»(ref-355972-S37681702192010013000000) .
Scheme 38
| Item | Part Number | Description |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 8276 | Degas bottle-to-radiator hose |
| 2 | 8C351 | Lower degas bottle hose |
| 3 | W707398 | Degas bottle-to-fender bolt |
| 4 | W709603 | Degas bottle-to-fender nut |
| 5 | 8A080 | Degas bottle |
| 6 | 8100 | Pressure relief cap |
ITEM DESCRIPTION TABLE
Scheme 39
| Item | Part Number | Description |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 8B541 | Degas bottle-to-thermostat housing hose |
| 2 | 8C351 | Lower degas bottle hose |
| 3 | W707398 | Degas bottle-to-fender bolt |
| 4 | W709603 | Degas bottle-to-fender nut |
| 5 | 8A080 | Degas bottle |
| 6 | 14197 | Wiring harness retainer (if equipped) |
| 7 | 8100 | Pressure relief cap |
| 8 | 8276 | Degas bottle-to-radiator hose |
ITEM DESCRIPTION TABLE