Cooling System Flush - Step by Step (Full DIY Guide) - Ford Transit

Rust in your cooling system? Leaking radiator? Thermostat not working? or just looking to do some preventative maintenance? You're in the right place. In this video I give my 1998 MK5 Ford Transit a complete cooling system overhaul. Although I'm doing this on my van, the principle will be the same on many other cars, trucks and vans.

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Time stamps:
00:00 - Introduction
00:58 - STEP 1 - DRAIN THE COOLANT
01:48 - STEP 2 - DISMANTLE THE COOLING SYSTEM
04:46 - STEP 3 - CLEAN THE COOLANT BOTTLE
07:49 - STEP 4 - FLUSH THE ENGINE
09:39 - STEP 5 - REPLACE RADIATOR (OPTIONAL)
10:33 - STEP 6 - REPLACE THERMOSTAT HOUSING (OPTIONAL)
13:43 - STEP 7 - RE-ASSEMBLE SYSTEM
14:47 - STEP 8 - FLUSH WITH WATER
16:26 - STEP 9 - FILL WITH COOLANT
16:48 - STEP 10 - BLEED THE SYSTEM
17:22 - Outro

Product links:
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Replacement Temp sensor: https://ebay.us/NaKqty
Replacement Coolant Bottle: https://ebay.us/E6zPdT
Dishwasher salt: https://amzn.to/43ZIL6W
Coolant catcher: https://amzn.to/3PoZo7v
Hose pipe nozzle: https://amzn.to/3qZZAzY
FLASH Soap scum remover: https://amzn.to/3pmIRq2
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Disclaimer: Please carry out this job at your own risk. I don't accept any responsibility for damage or injury cause by following this video. Work safely and be sure to wear the correct PPE.