How to Properly Remove and Install a Coolant Reservoir on Ford Explorer?

Engine cooling must occur prior to removing the coolant expansion tank since cold temperatures prevent air from entering the system and inflicting engine problems. Start by disconnecting the hose which supplies coolant overflow. Remove the retainer for the sensor wiring harness of the MAF in case it exists. Use a wrench to remove the bolts fixed to the coolant expansion tank and extract the tank from its place. Follow the removal procedure in reverse to install the new tank by torquing its bolts to 7 Nm (62 lb-in). Complete the coolant expansion tank with a combination of 50/50 coolant and clean drinkable water.

How to service and repair the coolant reservoir on Ford Explorer?

The first step to service the coolant reservoir requires draining the cooling system until the degas bottle shows no fluid. Rephrase the following sentence. The procedure starts by disconnecting both the air cleaner outlet tube and the engine air cleaner unit. Use the provided illustration and table to follow their specified sequence when uninstalling the required components. The installation process for the degas bottle should follow the opposite order to removal. Ending the service requires filling the cooling system while bleeding it to reach proper operating condition.

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Ford Explorer Expansion Tank, Front Part Number: AG1Z-8A080-S
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- Other Name: Tank Assembly - Radiator Overflow; Engine Coolant Reservoir, Front; Reservoir Tank; Reservoir; Coolant Reservoir
- Position: Front
- Replaces: 8G1Z-8A080-A, AG1Z-8A080-A, AG1Z-8A080-B, AG1Z-8A080-C
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Fits the following Vehicles:
- 2011-2019 Ford Explorer | Base, Limited, Platinum, Sport, XLT | 4 Cyl 2.0 L GAS, 4 Cyl 2.3 L GAS, 6 Cyl 3.5 L GAS
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Ford Explorer Expansion Tank Part Number: 8L2Z-8A080-B
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- Other Name: Tank Assembly - Radiator Overflow; Engine Coolant Reservoir; Coolant Reservoir; Reservoir Tank; Reservoir
- Replaces: 8L2Z-8A080-A, 6L2Z-8A080-B, 6L2Z-8A080-C
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Ford's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 2006-2010 Ford Explorer | Eddie Bauer, Limited, XLS, XLT | 6 Cyl 4.0 L GAS, 8 Cyl 4.6 L GAS
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Ford Explorer Washer Reservoir, Front Part Number: F77Z-17618-A
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- Other Name: Reservoir - Windshield Washer; Washer Fluid Reservoir, Front; Windshield Washer Reservoir; Coolant Reservoir; Reservoir
- Position: Front
- Replaces: F57Z-17618-BA
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Ford's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 1995-2001 Ford Explorer | Eddie Bauer, Expedition, Limited, Postal, Sport, XL, XL Fleet, XLS, XLT | 6 Cyl 4.0 L GAS, 8 Cyl 5.0 L GAS
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Ford Explorer Reservoir, Rear Part Number: F1TZ17618A
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- Other Name: Reservoir - Water; Washer Fluid Reservoir, Rear; Windshield Washer Reservoir; Coolant Reservoir
- Position: Rear
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Ford's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 1991-1997 Ford Explorer | Eddie Bauer, Expedition, Limited, Sport, XL, XLT | 6 Cyl 4.0 L GAS, 8 Cyl 5.0 L GAS
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Ford Explorer Expansion Tank Part Number: L1MZ-8A080-C
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- Other Name: Tank Assembly - Radiator Overflow; Engine Coolant Reservoir; Coolant Reservoir; Reservoir
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Fits the following Vehicles:
- 2020-2023 Ford Explorer | Base, King Ranch, Limited, Limited Hybrid, Platinum, Platinum Hybrid, ST, ST-Line, Timberline, XLT | 4 Cyl 2.3 L GAS, 6 Cyl 3.0 L GAS, 6 Cyl 3.3 L FLEX, 6 Cyl 3.3 L FULL HYBRID EV-GAS (FHEV)
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Ford Explorer Expansion Tank Part Number: L1MZ-8A080-B
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- Other Name: Tank Assembly - Radiator Overflow; Engine Coolant Reservoir; Coolant Reservoir; Reservoir Tank; Reservoir
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Ford's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 2020-2023 Ford Explorer | Base, King Ranch, Limited, Limited Hybrid, Platinum, Platinum Hybrid, ST, ST-Line, Timberline, XLT | 4 Cyl 2.3 L GAS, 6 Cyl 3.0 L GAS, 6 Cyl 3.3 L FLEX, 6 Cyl 3.3 L FULL HYBRID EV-GAS (FHEV)
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Ford Explorer Reservoir Part Number: 3L2Z-8A080-AA
Product Specifications
- Other Name: Tank Assembly - Radiator Overflow; Engine Coolant Reservoir; Coolant Reservoir
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Ford's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 2002-2005 Ford Explorer | Eddie Bauer, Limited, NBX, XLS, XLS Sport, XLT, XLT Sport | 6 Cyl 4.0 L FLEX, 6 Cyl 4.0 L GAS, 8 Cyl 4.6 L GAS

Ford Explorer Coolant Reservoir

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The Coolant Reservoir as a part of Ford Explorer cars is an essential unit of the engine cooling system allowing avoiding coolant leakage and air intrusion to the system. Its role is to ensure that the correct concentration of coolant is preserved always and it also stops the formation of rust and corrosion of parts of the cooling system. There are two types of Coolant Reservoirs used in Explorer vehicles: over flow tank systems and expansion tank systems two different and dissimilar in their way of dealing with coolant levels and pressure. It is advisable to inspect periodically for the condition as well as proper operation of the Coolant Reservoir.

Ford Explorer Coolant Reservoir Parts and Q&A

Expansion Tank
8L2Z-8A080-B
Q: How to Properly Remove and Install a Coolant Reservoir on Ford Explorer?
A:
Engine cooling must occur prior to removing the coolant expansion tank since cold temperatures prevent air from entering the system and inflicting engine problems. Start by disconnecting the hose which supplies coolant overflow. Remove the retainer for the sensor wiring harness of the MAF in case it exists. Use a wrench to remove the bolts fixed to the coolant expansion tank and extract the tank from its place. Follow the removal procedure in reverse to install the new tank by torquing its bolts to 7 Nm (62 lb-in). Complete the coolant expansion tank with a combination of 50/50 coolant and clean drinkable water.
Reservoir
3L2Z-8A080-AA
Q: How to service and repair the coolant reservoir on Ford Explorer?
A:
The first step to service the coolant reservoir requires draining the cooling system until the degas bottle shows no fluid. Rephrase the following sentence. The procedure starts by disconnecting both the air cleaner outlet tube and the engine air cleaner unit. Use the provided illustration and table to follow their specified sequence when uninstalling the required components. The installation process for the degas bottle should follow the opposite order to removal. Ending the service requires filling the cooling system while bleeding it to reach proper operating condition.