2001 Ford Excursion 7.3L Diesel Supplement 2nd Printing - Page 29
2001 Ford Excursion Manual
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General maintenance information coolant to "wear out" in a shorter time. Ford recommends an interim service interval performed at 12 months or 24 000 km (15 000 miles), whichever occurs first. Add 237-295 ml (8-10 oz.) of supplemental coolant additive FW-16 to the cooling system. For vehicles with extensive idling time, add 237-295 ml (8-10 oz.) of coolant additive FW-15 after every 500 hours of operation. Operating engine with insufficient coolant and/or coolant additive can cause severe engine damage. Failure to follow these instructions could result in serious personal injury from hot coolant or steam blow out and/or damage to the cooling system or engine. Never remove the coolant bottle cap under any circumstances while the engine is operating. Switch off the engine and wait until it has cooled. Wrap a thick cloth around the cap and turn it slowly while the pressure is relieved. Step back while the pressure is released from the cooling system. When you are sure all the pressure has been released, still with a cloth - turn and remove it. Stand clear of the opening. Hot coolant may splash out. Whenever coolant level checks are made, check condition of coolant bottle cap rubber seal. Make sure it is clean and free of any dirt particles. Rinse off with water, if necessary. When replacing cap on coolant bottle, also make sure coolant bottle neck seal is clean. Check that overflow hose is not kinked. Coolant specification Use only a permanent-type coolant that meets Ford Specification ESE-M97B44-A such as Ford Premium Cooling System Fluid E2FZ-19549-AA. Do not use alcohol or methanol antifreeze or mix them with the specified coolant. Use of the wrong coolant may cause radiator and/or engine damage. Plain water may be used in an emergency, but replace it with the specified coolant as soon as possible to avoid damage to the system. With only water in the system, do not let the engine run hot or remain parked in temperatures below 0°C (32°F). Coolant conditioner (liquid) A supplemental coolant additive FW-16 has been added to the coolant in this engine. 29