Ford Escape: Supplemental Climate Control / Removal and Installation - Cabin Coolant Heater

Removal

NOTE: Removal steps in this procedure may contain installation details.

1. Remove the RH fender splash shield.
   Refer to: Fender Splash Shield (501-02 Front End Body Panels, Removal and Installation).
   

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   1. Remove the retainer and the ground wire.
      Torque: 106 lb.in (12 Nm)
   2. Disconnect the electrical connectors.
      
   3. Detach the wiring harness routing clips and position aside.
      

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   • Disconnect the electrical connector.
     
   • Detach the wiring harness routing clips and position aside.
     

1. Disconnect the coolant hoses.
   

1. Remove the retainers and position the valve assembly aside.
   Torque: 106 lb.in (12 Nm)

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   • Detach the wiring harness routing clips and position aside.
     
   • Remove the retainers and the cabin coolant heater.
     Torque: 26 lb.ft (35 Nm)

Installation

1. To install, reverse the removal procedure.
   

1. Fill and bleed the cooling system. Refer to the appropriate procedure in Group 303.