FORD 1999 Taurus - Manual (Page 237)

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❑ Reinstall the engine coolant tube fill plug when
the system is full.
❑ Select maximum heater temperature and fan
speed settings. Position control to discharge air
at A/C vents in instrument panel.
❑ Start engine and allow to idle. While engine is
idling, feel for hot air at A/C vents.
NOTE: IF AIR DISCHARGE REMAINS COOL AND
ENGINE TEMPERATURE GAUGE DOES NOT
MOVE, SHUT ENGINE OFF IMMEDIATELY.
This is an indication of low coolant level and/or air
pockets in coolant system. Allow engine to cool and
repeat the previous steps.
❑ Allow to idle until normal operating temperature
is reached. Hot air should discharge from A/C
vents. The engine temperature gauge should
maintain a stabilized reading in the middle of
the “NORMAL” range and the lower radiator
hose should feel hot to the touch.
❑ Shut off the engine and allow to cool down.
❑ After the engine cools down, recheck the
engine coolant level. Fill reservoir to the
COLD-FULL level as required.
❑ Check for leaks at the draincock, block plug
and vent plug.
❑ Recheck the engine coolant level, using the
recommended procedure, after one or two
occasions of vehicle use. Fill to COLD-FULL
level as required.
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