MAMUSTANG ATLASTHE ENTHUSIAST'S REFERENCE

2015–2017 source collection · Additional coverage

Charge Air Cooler (Cac) Cleaning

Intake Air Distribution And Filtering - 2.3L EcoBoost (231kW & 314PS)

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connection, engine connection and the CAC connections, using metal brake parts cleaner.

3. Lay the CAC flat with the inlet and outlet ports pointing up.

NOTE: Plug or cap the CAC openings prior to agitating.

4. Add an appropriate amount of commercially available detergent cleaner such as Simple Green Pro HD, or equivalent to the CAC. Follow the manufacturer's directions for cleaning. Fill the CAC to 40% of its volume with water.

5. Raise one end of the CAC and agitate it by hand for at least 5 minutes.

6. Raise the opposite end of the CAC and agitate it by hand for at least 5 minutes.

7. Drain the CAC.

8. Flush the CAC thoroughly with clean water.

9. Repeat Steps 3 through 8 until no contaminates are found in the flush water.

10. Allow the CAC to air dry.

NOTE: The following leak test steps must be performed prior to installing the CAC.

11. Install the Turbocharger Boost Pressure Sensor and the screw on the CAC.

Torque

: 44 lb.in (5 Nm)

NOTE: Use a commercially available kit, such as the Johnson Manufacturing Company Charge Air Cooler Test Set Part No. 351-CAS, or equivalent.

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