MKZ | 2013-2020 | Base, Black Label, Black Label Hybrid, Hybrid, Premiere Hybrid, Reserve Hybrid, Reserve I Hybrid, Reserve II Hybrid, Select Hybrid | 4 Cyl 2.0 L FULL HYBRID EV-GAS (FHEV), 6 Cyl 3.7 L GAS
Navigator | 2015-2017, 2007-2008 | Base, L, L Luxury, L Reserve, L Select, L Ultimate, Luxury, Reserve, Select, Ultimate | 6 Cyl 3.5 L GAS, 8 Cyl 5.4 L GAS
Q: How to service the oil cooler on Lincoln Town Car?
A: Service of the oil cooler requires a vehicle position in NEUTRAL gear and placement on a hoist. The oil filter adapter requires a drain of the cooling system before filter extraction and subsequent disposal. A new oil filter requires engine oil lubrication on its O-ring seal prior to installation. The next step involves removing the oil cooler hose bolt before separating the oil cooler hoses from the oil filter adapter until they reach a torque of 10 Nm (89 inch lbs.). When inspecting the oil cooler or its attached hoses check for signs of metal or aluminum material because it signifies mechanical problems. Unclamp the coolant hose clamps before disconnecting coolant hoses and remove the oil cooler and hoses assembly for inspection of the oil cooler for damage. Complete the installation by performing the reverse steps of removal.
Q: How to service and repair the oil cooler on Lincoln LS?
A: Start the repair or service of the oil cooler by hoisting the vehicle into a NEUTRAL position and disconnecting the battery ground cable first. The first step requires draining both engine cooling system fluid and engine oil before removing the two coolant hoses leading to the oil cooler. Check for metal or aluminum material in the oil cooler because this points to mechanical causes after removing its oil filter and its gasket. Disassemble the oil cooler bolt to reveal the components while discarding its gasket afterward inspect the oil cooler separately. Thoroughly check both the gasket along with the surfaces for impurities before applying clean engine oil to the gasket. Install the oil cooler onto its place using a new gasket while fitting the bolt by rotating the cooler until its locating pin reaches the stop before tightening the bolt to 60 Nm (44 ft. lbs.). Place a new gasket under clean engine oil and position it onto the new oil filter until the seal touches the surface. Then employ an oil filter strap wrench and tighten the filter 270 degrees beyond normal. The two coolant hoses should be connected to the oil cooler and then clean engine oil needs to be installed before reconnecting the battery ground cable. Proceed with filling the engine cooling system while bleeding correctly to prevent any damages.